What is the difference between a molecule and a compound?

A compound is a type of molecule. A molecule is formed when two or more atoms of an element chemically join together. If the types of atoms are different from each other, a compound is formed. read more

In general, electrons can be shared between atoms (a molecular bond) or electrons can be completely removed from one atom and given to another (an ionic bond). Molecules have molecular bonds. Nitrogen gas (N 2) is a molecule because the bond between the nitrogen atoms is a molecular bond. read more

Compound Vs Molecules. When we look at molecules and compounds, molecules are the overarching theme here. Let’s understand the difference between molecule and compound. Definition of Molecules: A group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound that can take part in a chemical reaction. read more