Elements and Compounds**

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together. For example, sugar (C12H22O11) is a compound made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

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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. Examples include oxygen (O), gold (Au), and iron (Fe).

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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

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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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What is the periodic table?

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The periodic table is a tabular arrangement of all known elements, organized by their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What is an example of a common compound?

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Water (H2O) is a common compound made of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded. Examples include air, salad, and saltwater.

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What cannot be broken down into other substances?

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An element cannot be broken down into other substances.

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Is sugar (C12H22O11) an element or a compound?

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Sugar is a compound.

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Which of the following is an element: Carbonic Acid, Copper, Iron and Copper, Water?

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Copper is an element.