Use the model of a molecule to answer the question.

Question

H H

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H — C — C — O — H

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H H

How many atoms of carbon does this molecule have?

(1 point)
Responses

1 atom
1 atom

6 atoms
6 atoms

2 atoms
2 atoms

4 atoms

Answer 1

The molecule depicted in your model has 2 carbon atoms. Therefore, the correct answer is:

2 atoms