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CHM 101 Errors and Stoichiometry Objective Question
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Why is it impossible to weigh a single atom?
Options
A Because atoms are too large
B Because atoms are very small
Correct Answer
C Because atoms are unstable
D Because atoms have no mass
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Atoms are very small and it is impossible to weigh a single atom. The mass of an atom can only be determined relative to another experimentally.

Hint

The notes provide this reason.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Errors and Stoichiometry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 578 of 1872
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