"when an atom or group of atoms exist freely, it forms molecules" what does 'freely' mean?

Danial Weaber asked Jul 23, 2023

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"when an atom or group of atoms exist freely, it forms molecules"

what does 'freely' mean?

Danial Weaber asked Jul 23, 2023

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In this context, freely means that the atoms are not bonded to any other atoms.

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