Asked by Matthew Petersen on May 20, 2024
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Which of the following best describes N2 and O₂?
A) molecules consisting of two elements of the same compound
B) molecules consisting of two atoms of the same element
C) compounds consisting of two different elements
D) elements consisting of a compound and an ion
Molecules
The smallest unit of a chemical compound that can exist, consisting of two or more atoms bonded together.
Compounds
Substances formed from two or more chemical elements that are chemically bonded together, resulting in new properties distinct from those elements alone.
- Identify the fundamental components of matter and distinguish among elements, compounds, and mixtures.
Verified Answer
KÞ
Karen ÞorvaldsdóttirMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
N2 and O2 are both diatomic molecules consisting of two atoms of the same element (nitrogen and oxygen, respectively).
Learning Objectives
- Identify the fundamental components of matter and distinguish among elements, compounds, and mixtures.