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CHM 101 Atoms and Atomic Theory Objective Question
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Question

Which of the following statements is true regarding the classification of matter?
Options
A All compounds are also considered elements.
B All molecules are also considered compounds.
C All compounds are also considered molecules.
Correct Answer
D All elements are also considered compounds.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A compound is defined as a substance formed by the chemical combination of two or more different elements. By definition, this means the atoms are chemically bound together, which fits the definition of a molecule (two or more atoms chemically bound). Therefore, all compounds are molecules.

Hint

Consider the definitions of a molecule (bonded atoms) and a compound (bonded atoms of different elements).

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Atoms and Atomic Theory
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1446 of 1872
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