Elements and Compounds

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means. It consists of only one type of atom.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a pure substance formed when two or more different elements chemically bond together. It can be broken down into simpler substances.

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Are both elements and compounds pure substances?

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Yes, both elements and compounds are considered pure substances.

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What is a unique chemical symbol?

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A unique chemical symbol is a one or two-letter abbreviation used to represent an element on the periodic table.

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Can compounds be broken down into simpler substances?

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Yes, compounds can be broken down into their constituent elements or simpler compounds through chemical reactions.

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Do elements have chemical properties?

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Yes, elements have chemical properties that define how they react with other substances.

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Do compounds have chemical properties?

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Yes, compounds also have chemical properties that are different from the properties of the individual elements that make them up.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element consists of only one type of atom, while a compound is made up of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded together.

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Can elements be broken down into simpler substances?

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No, elements cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is an example of an element?

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An example of an element is Oxygen (O), which is a single type of atom.