Atoms, Elements, Molecules, & Compounds

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What is a proton?

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A proton is a positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the chemical formula for sulfuric acid?

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H₂SO₄

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How many atoms of hydrogen are in H₂SO₄?

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2

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What is the difference between a molecule and a compound?

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Molecules can be any two or more atoms chemically combined, while compounds are specifically two or more different atoms combined.

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Is H₂SO₄ an atom or a molecule?

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Molecule

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element that retains the properties of that element.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance made of only one type of atom.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more different types of atoms bond together.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.