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What is a molecule?
What is a molecule?
- A group of two or more atoms held together by non-covalent interactions
- A group of atoms that do not interact with each other
- A single atom
- A group of two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds (correct)
What is a homonuclear molecule?
What is a homonuclear molecule?
- Consists of atoms of different chemical elements
- Consists of atoms of one chemical element (correct)
- Contains only one atom
- Does not contain any atoms
In what context is the term 'molecule' often used when referring to polyatomic ions?
In what context is the term 'molecule' often used when referring to polyatomic ions?
- In the context of non-covalent interactions
- In the kinetic theory of gases
- In the context of single atoms
- In quantum physics, organic chemistry, and biochemistry (correct)
When is the term 'molecule' often used for any gaseous particle regardless of its composition?
When is the term 'molecule' often used for any gaseous particle regardless of its composition?
What is typically not considered single molecules?
What is typically not considered single molecules?