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CHM 101 Atoms and Atomic Theory Objective Question

Question

What is the atomicity of a molecule of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)?
Options
A 2
B 4
Correct Answer
C 6
D 8
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The formula H2O2 indicates 2 hydrogen atoms and 2 oxygen atoms. The total number of atoms is 2 + 2 = 4. Therefore, the atomicity of hydrogen peroxide is 4.

Hint

Add the number of hydrogen atoms to the number of oxygen atoms.

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