Question

Atoms are the smallest unit of matter that can exist independently.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

• All elements are made up of tiny particles called atoms.
• Atoms are indivisible, that is, they cannot break down further.
• Atoms combine to form molecules, which can exist independently.
• Therefore molecules are the smallest units of matter that can exist independently.

Hence the given statement is false. ie, atoms are the smallest unit of matter that can exist independently.