Why do different compunds made out of the same or similar atoms have fundamentally different properties? 591 viewsJanuary 3, 2024 Question90.92K April 4, 2021 0 Comments Total chemistry noob here. I do kinda understand how compunds form, but why do they behave so different, e.g. even if just one out of 8 atoms is switched out for another while the rest stays the same. In: Chemistry 3 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted April 4, 2021 0 Comments Because of the shape of the atoms. Like carbon is used for both coal and diamond, but the shape of the diamond molecules is worth a lot more. You are viewing 1 out of 3 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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