Atoms, Molecules & Extended Structures

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What is an atom?

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The smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

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What is a molecule?

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A group of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What is an element?

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A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is a compound?

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A substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is an extended structure?

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A large arrangement of atoms or molecules that forms a solid with a repeating pattern.

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What is a simple molecule?

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A molecule that consists of only a few atoms, typically two or three.

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What is the difference between an atom and a molecule?

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An atom is a single unit of an element, while a molecule is made up of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What is a chemical bond?

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The force that holds atoms together in a molecule.

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What is a crystal lattice?

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A three-dimensional arrangement of atoms or molecules in a repeating pattern.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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It organizes all known elements based on their properties and atomic structure.