The Smallest Quantity of an Element That Retains the Properties

question 58

Multiple Choice

The smallest quantity of an element that retains the properties of an element is a(n) :

• A) neutron.
• B) atom.
• C) proton.
• D) electron.

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Definitions:

Anxiety

A sensation of apprehension or fear, often about something that is going to happen soon or an outcome that is not yet clear.

Learned Response

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HPA-axis

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PTSD

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