The Smallest Particle of Any Chemical Element That Can Exist

question 38

Multiple Choice

The smallest particle of any chemical element that can exist by itself and yet retain the qualities that distinguish it as that element is:

• A)an electron
• B)a proton
• C)a neutron
• D)an atom
• E)a molecule

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Definitions:

Gender Roles

Refer to societal norms dictating the behaviors, activities, and attributes considered appropriate for individuals based on their perceived or assigned gender.

Sex Chromosomes

Chromosomes (X and Y) that determine an individual's biological sex.

Androgyny

The combination of masculine and feminine characteristics into an ambiguous form, often used to describe a person's gender expression.

Spermarche

The onset of a male's ability to produce sperm, marking the beginning of puberty.