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what is the difference between atoms and molecules​

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Answered by s15017
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According to science atom is the smallest unit of an element that can or cannot exist freely. While on the other hand, a molecule is a set of atoms that are held together with the help of a bond and is the smallest unit of a compound.

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Answered by 12BRainLY34
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What is the difference between atoms and molecules ?

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Atoms :-

1) The smallest particle with properties of an element.

2) An atom may not always be stable.

3) Oxygen - O

Phosphorus - P

Molecules :-

1) Two or more atoms chemically bonded together.

2) Molecules are formed to attain stability.

3) Oxygen - O2

Phosphorus - P4

Extra Information

Atom | Molecule

Existence - They may or They exist in

may not exist a free state.

freely. |

Shape - Spherical | Triangular,

Linear .

|

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