Compound with greatest number of different atoms

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In summary, a compound with the greatest number of different atoms is one that contains the largest variety of elements in its chemical formula. A compound can have any number of different atoms, but the compound with the greatest number of different atoms is believed to be composed of 118 different elements. The name of the compound with the greatest number of different atoms is currently unknown, as it has not been discovered or created yet. A compound with the greatest number of different atoms is formed when multiple elements combine in a chemical reaction, creating a complex structure with a large number of different atoms. Some examples of compounds with a large number of different atoms include proteins, DNA, and complex molecules such as chlorophyll and hemoglobin.
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Just for fun, I'm wondering if anyone knows what compound has the greatest number of different atoms. Even something as complex as DNA only seems to have five. But in theory you could have a molecule that includes the whole table! Seems like there's not much diversity in ordinary molecules ... anyone know of some fun exceptions?

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Hmm, that's a bit like asking which building's construction utilizes the largest number of materials.
It's not easy to answer since nobody (or almost nobody) is really interested in doing that for its own sake.
 

FAQ: Compound with greatest number of different atoms

What is a compound with the greatest number of different atoms?

A compound with the greatest number of different atoms is one that contains the largest variety of elements in its chemical formula.

How many different atoms can a compound have?

A compound can have any number of different atoms, but the compound with the greatest number of different atoms is believed to be composed of 118 different elements.

What is the name of the compound with the greatest number of different atoms?

The name of the compound with the greatest number of different atoms is currently unknown, as it has not been discovered or created yet.

What makes a compound have the greatest number of different atoms?

A compound with the greatest number of different atoms is formed when multiple elements combine in a chemical reaction, creating a complex structure with a large number of different atoms.

What are some examples of compounds with a large number of different atoms?

Some examples of compounds with a large number of different atoms include proteins, DNA, and complex molecules such as chlorophyll and hemoglobin.

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