How does a molecule differ from an atom?

Chemistry

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Eddi Din [679]2 years ago

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Answer:

According to my research A molecule is two or more atoms held together by covalent bonds. An atom is the smallest part of an element. ... A sodium atom has one outer electron, and a carbon atom has four outer electrons.

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Kindly refer the attachment for reaction mechanism and structure of products.