Which is the smallest possible particle of an element? O molecule O atom O compound O matter

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An element is a pure substance that is formed from identical atoms. All things in the Universe are made from elements. The smallest element is helium, and the largest element is Caesium. All known elements in the Universe have formed from stellar nuclear reactions since the Big Bang.

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