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What is the difference between an atom and a molecule

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Atoms are small and in a element while molecules are subdivided to the individual atoms.
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In a molecule, atoms are bonded together by single, double, or triple bonds. An atom has a nucleus surrounded by electrons. ... So another difference between atoms and molecules is that when similar atoms combine together in varying numbers, molecules of different properties can be formed.
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