Atoms Elements & Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
How many elements are there
A
Approximately 100
2
Q
What are elements give examples
A
Only contain one type of atom
Eg carbon, nickel
3
Q
What are compounds
A
Two or more elements chemically bound together
4
Q
What are atoms
A
The smallest particles that can exist on their own in the ordinary material around us
