Differentiate between atom and a molecule?

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$A t o m s$ $M o l e c u l e s$
The tiny particle of a chemical element, which may or may not exist independently is called an atom. Molecules refer to the set of the atoms held together by bonds, indicating the smallest unit of a compound.
They comprise of nucleons and electrons. They are comprised of two or more identical or different atoms bonded chemically.
May or may not exist in free state. Exist in free state.

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$A t o m s$	$M o l e c u l e s$
The tiny particle of a chemical element, which may or may not exist independently is called an atom.	Molecules refer to the set of the atoms held together by bonds, indicating the smallest unit of a compound.
They comprise of nucleons and electrons.	They are comprised of two or more identical or different atoms bonded chemically.
May or may not exist in free state.	Exist in free state.