How are mixtures different from compounds?

Identify which of the following are elements,mixtures,or compounds:
$(i)$ Brass $(ii)$ Diamond $(iii)$ Sand.

What is meant by a pure substance?

Classify the following as physical or chemical properties:
$(a)$ The composition of a sample of steel is: $98\%$ iron,$1.5\%$ carbon,and $0.5\%$ other elements.
$(b)$ Zinc dissolves in hydrochloric acid with the evolution of hydrogen gas.
$(c)$ Metallic sodium is soft enough to be cut with a knife.
$(d)$ Most metal oxides form alkalis on interacting with water.

$(a)$ Define an element.
$(b)$ Identify non-metals from the following elements: Carbon,Potassium,Silicon,Chlorine,Mercury.

Classify the following as chemical or physical changes:
$1$. Cutting of trees
$2$. Melting of butter in a pan
$3$. Rusting of almirah
$4$. Boiling of water to form steam
$5$. Passing of electric current through water and the water breaking down into hydrogen and oxygen gases
$6$. Dissolving common salt in water
$7$. Making a fruit salad with raw fruits
$8$. Burning of paper and wood