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An atom is the smallest particle capable of independent existence.


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True
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False
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Solution

The correct option is B False
  • An atom is the smallest particle of any matter responsible for its properties but it cannot exist independently without combining with other atoms or molecules.
  • Atoms of the same or different molecules combine to form molecules.
  • Therefore, the given statement is false.

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