The chemical formula CaCO₃ indicates that one molecule of this substance contains:
- 1 calcium atom (Ca)
- 1 carbon atom (C)
- 3 oxygen atoms (O)
Therefore, the correct answer is:
A) 1 calcium atom, 1 carbon atom, and 3 oxygen atoms.
The chemical formula of a substance is CaCO3
What is contained in one molecule this substance?
A
1 calcium atom, 1 carbon atom, and 3 oxygen atoms
B
3 calcium atoms, 3 carbon atoms, and 3 oxygen atoms
C
1 calcium atom, 3 carbon atoms, and 3 oxygen atoms
D
3 calcium atoms, 3 carbon atoms, and 1 oxygen atom
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