An _________ is the smallest particle of an element that takes part in a chemical reaction.

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Atom: -
It consists of sub-atomic particles, i.e., protons, neutrons, and electrons.
According to Dalton's atomic theory, the atom is the smallest unit of matter that can take part in a chemical reaction.
Thus, An atom is the smallest particle of an element that takes part in a chemical reaction.

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