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  • Understanding Chemical Bonds: How Atoms Form Molecules
    It's not about *which* two atoms form a molecule, but rather the *concept* of how atoms form molecules. Here's the breakdown:

    * Molecules are formed when two or more atoms bond together. These bonds can be:

    * Covalent bonds: Atoms share electrons. Examples: water (H₂O), carbon dioxide (CO₂)

    * Ionic bonds: One atom donates an electron to another, creating positive and negative ions that attract each other. Examples: table salt (NaCl)

    So, a molecule can be formed from:

    * Two of the same atom: Like oxygen gas (O₂).

    * Two different atoms: Like water (H₂O).

    * Many atoms of different elements: Like glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆).

    The key point is that atoms must chemically bond to form a molecule.

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