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What is a group of atoms that acts as a charged unit? Nano, a radical, a type of rock, or sodium?
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A group of atoms that acts as a charged unit is called a **radical**. Radicals are typically molecules or ions that contain an unpaired electron, which makes them highly reactive. They can participate in various chemical reactions.
The other options you mentioned:
- **Nano** refers to a scale (nanometer) and does not specifically relate to charged units.
- **A type of rock** does not fit the definition of a charged unit.
- **Sodium** is a specific element (a metal) and while it can exist as a charged ion (Na+), it is not a group of atoms.
Therefore, **radical** is the correct choice.
The other options you mentioned:
- **Nano** refers to a scale (nanometer) and does not specifically relate to charged units.
- **A type of rock** does not fit the definition of a charged unit.
- **Sodium** is a specific element (a metal) and while it can exist as a charged ion (Na+), it is not a group of atoms.
Therefore, **radical** is the correct choice.