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Define the following term: Atom

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Define the following term:

Atom

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उत्तर

An atom is the smallest particle of an element which retains its chemical identity in all physical and chemical changes.

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पाठ 5: Inside the Atom - Exercise [पृष्ठ ३८]

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बालभारती General Science [English] Standard 8 Maharashtra State Board
पाठ 5 Inside the Atom
Exercise | Q 3.1 | पृष्ठ ३८
बालभारती General Science Integrated [English] Standard 8 Maharashtra State Board
पाठ 5 Inside the Atom
Exercises | Q 3. a. | पृष्ठ ८६

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