The smallest unit that retains the properties of an element is a(n)

The given blank can be filled with the atom.  

An atom is the minutest component of a matter, which exhibits the characteristics of a chemical element. Every liquid, solid, plasma, and gas comprises ionized or neutral atoms.  

The atoms are extremely small, the usual sizes are about 100 picometers. Each atom contains a nucleus and one or more electrons combined with the nucleus. The nucleus is formed of one or more protons and usually a same number of neutrons.  

raits that your monster will have. the dna code for each trait is given, so you will need to go through the process of transcription and translation to determine what protein is being made and then match that with the corresponding trait. you may even include a picture of your monster if you are feeling creati

the correct answer is b