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State the meaning of the term – (a) atom (b) molecule (c) radical – with a suitable example. - Chemistry

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State the meaning of the term – (a) atom, (b) molecule, (c) radical – with a suitable example.

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(a) Atom: It is the smallest particle of an element, which is made up of only one kind of atom. Atoms are built up of sub-atomic particles protons, neutrons, and electrons.

Example: O - Oxygen atom, H - Hydrogen atom

(b) Molecule: “The smallest particle of a substance which can exist on its own and retains the physical and chemical properties of the substance is called a molecule.”

Example: O2 - Oxygen molecule, H2O - Water molecule

(c) Radical: A radical is an atom of an element or a group of atoms of different elements that behaves as a single unit with a positive or negative charge on it.

Example: \[\ce{NH^+4}\] - Ammonium radical

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MATCH THE COLUMNAS

1. Jpham  Dalton a. Neutrons
2. Atom b. Model of the atom
3. Chadwick c.The atomic theory of matter 
4. Rutherfrod d. Positively  charged 
5. Protons e. Electricity neutral 
6. Nuclear  fusion  f. Generator of electricity 
7.Gamma -rays  g. High penetrating power 
  h.Energy in sun 

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