Question

A ___________ is formed when two or more atoms bond chemically.

• A. molecule
• B. radical
• C. compound
• D. element

Answer 1

The correct option is A

molecule

A molecule is the smallest particle of an element or compound that can exist independently. It is formed when two or more atoms are bonded chemically. For example, the element hydrogen cannot exists independently as a single atom therefore two hydrogen atoms bind chemically to form $H_2$ molecule. A compound is formed when different elements are bonded chemically. For example, $H_{2}O$ is a compound. Element is the simplest form of substance. A radical can be an atom, molecule, or ion that has unpaired valence electrons in its shell.