Question

what is the difference between the smallest particle of an element and the smallest particle of compound​

Answer 1

Smallest particle of element is Atom.

while smallest particle of Compound is molecules.

Atoms can take part in chemical reaction but molecules cannot.

Answer 2

Answer:

The smallest particle of an element is an atom whereas the smallest particle of a compound is a molecule

Explanation:

the atom can be used for chemical reaction but the molecules are not

• atom are used for chemical reaction
• molecules are not used for chemical reaction
• molecules are made from atoms
• but atoms are not made from anyyhing