difference between atom and molecule

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Some differences between atoms and molecules are as follows:
(1) Atom is the smallest unit of matter whereas Molecule is made of two or more atoms
(2) Atom may or may not have independent existence whereas Molecules can exist independently.
(3) Atoms comprise of electrons, protons, and neutrons whereas Molecules are comprised of atoms held by ionic or covalent bonds.

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