"Atomic Zoom-In" Article Flashcard

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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C6H12O6

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How many oxygen atoms are in the chemical formula C6H12O2?

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2

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What determines the properties of a substance at the atomic level?

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Differences at the atomic scale.

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What is the chemical formula for diamonds?

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C

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What is the significance of the number of hydrogen atoms in a chemical formula?

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It helps determine the substance's properties and behavior.

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What are atoms?

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The basic building blocks of matter.

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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 the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded.

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What is the role of carbon in organic compounds?

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Carbon is the backbone of organic molecules, forming the basis for life.

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How can you identify a real diamond?

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A real diamond is made of carbon atoms.