Arrange the following from fundamental particle to bulk matter. (A) Substance (B) Atom (C) Molecule (D) Proton
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A(D), (B), (C), (A)
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B(A), (B), (C), (D)
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C(B), (C), (D), (A)
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D(D), (C), (B), (A)
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E(B), (D), (C), (A)
Answer
Correct Answer: (D), (B), (C), (A)
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Understanding the hierarchy from particles to matter helps in chemistry and physics reasoning problems.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Proton is a subatomic particle within the nucleus.
- Atom is the smallest unit of an element retaining its identity.
- Molecule is two or more atoms bonded together.
- Substance is bulk matter composed of molecules/atoms.
Concept / Approach:Build upward by structural composition: particles → atoms → molecules → macroscopic substance.
Step-by-Step Solution:(D) Proton → constituent of atoms.(B) Atom → nucleus + electrons.(C) Molecule → bonded atoms.(A) Substance → collection of molecules/atoms.
Verification / Alternative check:No macroscopic substance can precede its molecular/atomic building blocks.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:Starting with substance is top-down and not an ascending build; placing proton after molecule violates composition.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing ions/atoms; thinking “molecule” always larger than “substance” (substance is a bulk collective).
Final Answer:(D), (B), (C), (A)