Question

How do molecules of compounds differ from the molecules of elements?

Answer 1

The molecules of compounds and molecules of elements can be differentiated by the following points-

Molecules of elements	Molecules of compounds
1. The molecules of elements are made up of only the same kind of atoms.	1. The molecules of compounds are made up of different kinds of atoms.
2. Together they are called molecules of that elements.	2. Together they form the compounds.
3. Examples - Hydrogen gas (H2), Oxygen (O2) and Nitrogen (N2).	3. Examples - table salt (NaCl), and Water (H2O).