Which sample contains the fewest atoms?
A) 10 g of C
B) 10 g of Ne
C) 10 g of F
D) 10 g of N
E) 10 g of O

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The sample of 10 g of Ne contains the fewest atoms because it is a noble gas and exists as a monatomic gas, meaning each Ne atom is separate and not bonded to any other atoms. Therefore, 10 g of Ne contains fewer atoms than 10 g of any other element, which typically exist as molecules with two or more atoms.

Which Sample Contains the Fewest Atoms