Difference Between Atom And Molecule

Difference Between Atom And Molecule

The main dissimilarities or difference between atom and molecule can be pointed out as follows:

1. Definition

Atom: It is a smallest part or entity of a physical matter

Molecule: It is a particle formed by the combination of two or more than two atoms

2. Breakdown

Atom: Breakdown or separation of atom is impossible

Molecule: It can be separated or breakdown

3. Components

Atom: Electrons and nucleus are the components of atom

Molecule: Group of atoms are the components of molecule

4. Shape

Atom: It has no specific shape

Molecule: It is shaped according to the combination of atoms

5. Stable

Atom: Yes

Molecule: No

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6. Visible

Atom: Not visible

Molecule: It is also invisible but can be seen through the microscope

7. Nature

Atom: It is highly reactive in nature

Molecule: It is less reactive in nature than atom

Atom Vs Molecule (Comparison Chart)

Basis For Difference	Atom	Molecule
Introduction	Smallest entity of physical matter	Particle formed with the combination of two or more atoms
Breakdown	Impossible	Possible
Components	Nucleus and electrons	Atoms
Specific Shape	No	Yes
Stability	Yes	No
Visible	No	Can be seen by using microscope
Nature	More reactive	Less reactive

I hope this post is helpful to understand the difference between atom and molecule and to make comparison between them.