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What is a molecule?
What is a molecule?
- A single atom held together by attractive forces
- A group of atoms held together by non-covalent interactions
- A single atom bonded to an ion
- A group of two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds (correct)
In which fields is the term 'molecule' often used when referring to polyatomic ions?
In which fields is the term 'molecule' often used when referring to polyatomic ions?
- Biochemistry and molecular chemistry
- Quantum physics and kinetic theory of gases
- Kinetic theory of gases and molecular physics
- Quantum physics, organic chemistry, and biochemistry (correct)
What distinguishes a homonuclear molecule?
What distinguishes a homonuclear molecule?
- It consists of atoms of different chemical elements
- It contains only one atom
- It consists of atoms of one chemical element (correct)
- It is a gaseous particle
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?
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What are typically not considered single molecules?
What are typically not considered single molecules?
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