C1: Atomic Structure: 1.1: Atoms

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What is an Atom?
An atom is the smallest part of an elements that can still be recognised as that element.
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What is an Element?
An element is a substance that is made up of only one type of atom, and cannot be broken down chemically into any simpler substance.
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What is the purpose of a chemical symbol?
Elements have chemical symbols because they are the notation method, in which can be recognised. Science is a global study, so all languages can understand and publish their findings.
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What is the periodic table?
The periodic table is an arrangement of elements , in the order of their atomic numbers, forming groups and periods.
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What is a compound?
A compound is a substance made when two or more different types of elements are chemically bonded together.
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What is a molecule?
A molecule is a group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound that can take part in a chemical reaction.
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What are chemical bonds?
Chemical bonds hold atoms tightly together in compounds.
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