Question

difference between atom and compound.can a molecule of an element may be same as atom of such element. give example.

Answer 1

• An atom is a smallest particle in an element that has the properties of the element.
• Atoms are not visible to naked eye.
• Atoms cannot be subdivided to individual atoms.
• Gold is an atom cannot be broken down.
• Atom cannot exist independently in nature.

• Molecules are formed by the combination of two or more atoms.
• Molecules are also not visible to naked eye but can be seen by a highly magnifying microscope and devices.
• Molecules can be subdivided to individual atoms.
• Water is a molecule and it can be subdivided to hydrogen and oxygen.
• Molecule can exist independently in nature.