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  • Dioxygen (O₂): Understanding the Molecule of Oxygen
    The particle formed by two oxygen atoms is called oxygen gas, or more specifically, dioxygen.

    Here's why:

    * Oxygen gas is the most common form of oxygen found in the atmosphere.

    * Dioxygen is the chemical name for this molecule, emphasizing that it consists of two oxygen atoms (di- meaning two).

    It's important to note that the chemical formula for dioxygen is O₂.

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