Illustrated Glossary of Organic Chemistry

Diatomic: A molecule composed of two atoms, having a covalent bond (single bond, double bond, or triple bond) between them.

Approximate Composition of the Atmosphere at the Earth's Surface
Nitrogen
78%

Diatomic gas
Oxygen
21%

Diatomic gas
Argon
1%
Ar
Monoatomic gas
Carbon dioxide
0.04%

Triatomic gas
Water vapor
Variable

Triatomic gas