1. Yes, molecules can exist independently as discrete units. They are stable combinations of atoms held together by chemical bonds, capable of existing in various states (gas, liquid, or solid) depending on conditions.

    Yes, molecules can exist independently as discrete units. They are stable combinations of atoms held together by chemical bonds, capable of existing in various states (gas, liquid, or solid) depending on conditions.

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  2. A molecule consists of two or more atoms chemically bonded together, while an atom is the smallest unit of an element that retains its chemical properties. Molecules can be composed of atoms of the same or different elements, whereas atoms are individual entities.

    A molecule consists of two or more atoms chemically bonded together, while an atom is the smallest unit of an element that retains its chemical properties. Molecules can be composed of atoms of the same or different elements, whereas atoms are individual entities.

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  3. A molecule is a stable, electrically neutral group of two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds. Molecules are formed through the sharing or transfer of electrons between atoms, leading to the formation of covalent or ionic bonds.

    A molecule is a stable, electrically neutral group of two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds. Molecules are formed through the sharing or transfer of electrons between atoms, leading to the formation of covalent or ionic bonds.

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  4. Atomicity in the context of molecules refers to the number of atoms present in a single molecule of a substance. It indicates how many atoms are bonded together to form the molecule.

    Atomicity in the context of molecules refers to the number of atoms present in a single molecule of a substance. It indicates how many atoms are bonded together to form the molecule.

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  5. Oxygen exists primarily as diatomic molecules (O₂), composed of two oxygen atoms bonded together covalently. This molecular form is stable and represents the most common form of oxygen in nature.

    Oxygen exists primarily as diatomic molecules (O₂), composed of two oxygen atoms bonded together covalently. This molecular form is stable and represents the most common form of oxygen in nature.

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