Differentiate between an element and a compound (any two points). Give one example each.
(N/A)
Example of an element: $Copper (Cu)$.
Example of a compound: $Water (H_{2}O)$.
| Element | Compound |
| $(1)$ It is the simplest form of matter that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical reactions. | $(1)$ It is a substance composed of two or more elements chemically combined in a fixed proportion. |
| $(2)$ It consists of only one type of atom. | $(2)$ It can be separated into its constituent elements by chemical reactions. |
Example of an element: $Copper (Cu)$.
Example of a compound: $Water (H_{2}O)$.
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