The chemical formula {Cl}₂ represents two

Correct Answer is : atoms of chlorine.

Correct Answer is : atoms of chlorine.

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Question : 13

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\mathrm{Cl}_2

Solution:

Concept:

A subscript in a chemical formula shows the number of atoms of that element in one unit of the substance.

Explanation:

\mathrm{Cl}_2

means one molecule of chlorine.

The subscript

2

indicates that this molecule contains two atoms of chlorine.

Therefore,

\mathrm{Cl}_2

represents two atoms of chlorine.

Answer:

A. atoms of chlorine.

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