Atoms, Elements, Molecules, Compounds

Front

What is the basic building block of matter?

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Atom

Front

What is a substance made up of two or more different types of atoms bonded together?

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Compound

Front

What do we call a group of atoms bonded together?

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Molecule

Front

What is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances?

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Element

Front

What is the chemical formula for water?

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H₂O

Front

What is the difference between a molecule and a compound?

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A molecule can be made of the same or different atoms, while a compound is specifically made of different types of atoms.

Front

What is the term for a molecule that consists of two or more of the same type of atom?

Back

Diatomic molecule (e.g., O₂, N₂)

Front

Which of the following is a molecule but not a compound: O₂, CO₂, H₂O?

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O₂

Front

What is the term for a substance that is made of only one type of atom?

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Element

Front

What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

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CO₂