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Question
Differentiate between the following.
Atoms and Molecules .
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Solution
Atoms and Molecules
|
Atoms |
Molecules |
| 1. It is the smallest part of an element. | 1. It is the smallest part of a compound. |
| 2. It does not have independent existence | 2. It has an independent existence. |
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