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___________ of elements combine in the ratio of whole numbers to produce a large number of a compound called molecules.

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Atom

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Ion

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Charges

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The correct option is D Atom
Atoms of elements combine in the ratio of whole numbers to produce a large number of compound called molecules
For example, one $C$ atom combines with one $O$ atom to form one molecule of $C O$ . Also, one $C$ atom combines with two $O$ atoms to form one molecule of $C O_{2}$ .

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