Question

The model below shows a molecule of a gas that is present in Earth's atmosphere.Which statement best describes the molecule? (1 point)

• an atom composed of oxygen and carbon elements.
• an element composed of oxygen and carbon atoms.
• a mixture composed of oxygen and carbon compounds.
•a compound composed of oxygen and carbon atoms.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

a compound composed of oxygen and carbon atoms.

Answer 2

Are you sure explain

Answer 3

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

Yes, I am sure. The molecule shown in the model is composed of both oxygen and carbon atoms bonded together. This indicates that it is a compound, as compounds are substances formed by the chemical combination of two or more elements in fixed proportions. In this case, the molecule is composed of oxygen and carbon atoms, making it a compound.