monatomic

== English == === Alternative forms === monoatomic === Etymology === From mon- + atomic. === Pronunciation === === Adjective === monatomic (not comparable) (chemistry) Of an element, consisting of a single atom in the molecule, for example, the noble gases. Note: Strictly speaking, a molecule has at least two atoms. ==== Usage notes ==== Not to be confused with the similar sounding monotonic. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====