Question

The smallest unit which maintains the physical properties of a compound is a(n) _____.

Answer 1

For a compound, it would be a molecule, since a compound is a combo of 2 or more elements.

Answer 2

thank you :)

Answer 3

That or an atom i would think

Answer 4

it would be an element or a molecule it wouldnt be an atom because it would be extremely difficult to determine when a substance has been broken down to exactly one atom thats why this isnt used

Answer 5

You are welcome :)
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