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A compound can contain a single atom of gold, but a single atom of gold alone, by itself, cannot be a compound.

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Is a single atom of gold a molecule?

No, a single atom of gold is not a molecule. A molecule is a group of atoms bonded together, while an atom is the smallest unit of an element. So a single atom of gold is just that - a single gold atom.


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A single atom of gold can be a stable element with 79 protons in its nucleus, surrounded by a cloud of negatively charged electrons. It forms a lustrous yellow metal known for its high value and various industrial uses.


Is gold an example of an atom?

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Is pure gold compound or element?

Pure gold is an element, not a compound. It is composed of only one type of atom, which is gold.


What do a gold bar and a gold atom have in common?

Both a gold bar and a gold atom are made of the element gold. The fundamental building blocks of both are gold atoms, but a gold bar is a collection of many gold atoms bonded together, while a gold atom is a single atom of gold.


What is the smallest particle of the element gold that can still be classified as gold?

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Is hydrogen peroxide a ionic compound?

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What is a sample of matter that is either a single element or single compound?

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Is gold an atom or molecule?

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How many electrons does a element of gold have?

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