Which is the correct order for increasing size?

a. Atoms, molecules, mixtures, compounds, elements
b. Atoms, elements, molecules, compounds, mixtures
c. Elements, atoms, molecules, compounds, mixtures
d. Atoms, elements, mixtures, molecules, compounds

ANS: B
All matter, whether in gas, liquid, or solid form, is made up of atoms that can combine to form elements; the elements can then combine to form molecules. Molecules can combine to form compounds. Combining compounds makes a mixture.

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