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Smallest particle in a chemical element or compound that has the chemical properties of that element or compound is

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Atom

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Molecule

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Mixture

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Element

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Solution

The correct option is C Molecule
A molecule is it smallest particle in a chemical element or compound. They are made up of atomic that are held by chemical bonds.

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