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Which option is the smallest particle that represents the compound carbon

dioxide?
A. A carbon dioxide molecule B. A carbon dioxide atom
C. A carbon atom and an oxygen atom
D. A carbon ion and an oxygen ion
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User Shaon
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Answer:

D. A carbon dioxide molecule

Step-by-step explanation:

User Azim J
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Answer:The answer is A

Explanation: You can instantly eliminate b and d because an ion isn't mentioned, and it is impossible to have a carbon dioxide atom. C is incorrect because there has to be two oxygen's to create a carbon dioxide molecule.

User Bharath Reddy
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