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The smallest particle that can exist in free state is molecule.

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Solution

The correct option is A True
(1)Molecule is a group of two or more atoms chemically bonded together,which behaves as single entity and capable of independent existence.
(2)The atoms within the molecule are held tightly by attractive forces.
Therefore,the given statement is true.

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