These questions are designed to be considered by groups of students in class. Often these questions work well for introducing a particular topic in class.
Which of the following is true about an individual atom?
a. An individual atom should be considered a solid.
b. An individual atom should be considered a liquid.
c. An individual atom should be considered a gas.
d. The state of the atom depends on which element it is.
e. An individual atom cannot be considered a solid, liquid, or gas. Justify your choice, and for those you did not choose, explain why they are incorrect.