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In Chemistry / High School | 2014-05-15

Which substances have atoms of the same element but different molecular structures?

A. He(g) and Ne(g)
B. K(s) and Na(s)
C. O2(g) and O3(g)
D. P4(s) and S8(s)

Asked by JackTesser

Answer (3)

You can see that's C. Both O 2 ​ and O 3 ​ have atoms of oxygen but the first molecule is diatomic but the second is triatomic.

Answered by marmal | 2024-06-10

**Answer: Th correct answer is option C. ** ;

Answered by RomeliaThurston | 2024-06-12

The correct answer is option C, which consists of O2 (dioxygen) and O3 (ozone). Both are forms of the same element, oxygen, but have different molecular structures. Understanding these differences is essential in chemistry, highlighting how molecular arrangements affect properties and functions.
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Answered by RomeliaThurston | 2024-11-02