Which of the following explains the difference between the terms molecule and compound?

A. Atoms in a molecule may be identical but a compound has more than one type of atom

B. Molecules are held firmly together with covalent bonds, but atoms in compounds are easily separated

C. Molecules are made up of ions, and compounds are made up of atoms

D. No difference, and the terms are interchangeable

Reveal the answer

A. Atoms in a molecule may be identical but a compound has more than one type of atom

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