Question

Define atomicity.

Answer 1

Atomicity- The number of atoms present in the molecule of an element is called its atomicity. Based on atomicity the elements are classified into 3 types-

• Monoatomic element -The element each of whose molecules contain only one atom.

Example - Cu, Ag

• Diatomic element -The element each of whose molecules contain two atoms.

Example - H₂, O₂

• Polyatomic element -The element each of whose molecules contain more than two atoms

Example- O₃, S₈