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Distinguish between an atom and a molecule. Give example of elements existing as atoms and molecules.

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Atom is the smallest particle of matter which may or may not exist independently. Molecule is the smallest particle of matter which can have independent existence. Inert gases exist in atomic state.
Oxygen, nitrogen etc. exist in molecular from.
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