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Compounds

Question 9 • AA-F26 Physical Science

Which is the best description of a molecule?

Answer
A
A molecule of an element is composed of at least two types of atoms.
B
A molecule of a compound is composed of only one atom.
C
A molecule of a compound is composed of at least two atoms.
D
A molecule of an element is composed of exactly two types of atoms.

Explanation

A molecule is made of two or more atoms bonded together. A compound contains atoms of at least two different elements, so its molecules contain at least two atoms. Therefore, “a molecule of a compound is composed of at least two atoms” is the best description. Choices A and D incorrectly describe a molecule of an element as having different types of atoms.

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