Question

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Answer 1

During the reaction \(4 \text{Fe} + 3 \text{O}_2 \rightarrow 2 \text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3\), the atoms of Fe (iron) and O2 (oxygen) are rearranged to form a new compound, iron(III) oxide (\( \text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3 \)).

Therefore, the correct response is:

**They are rearranged.**