Elements, Compounds and Mixtures

Question 1

What is an Element

Answer 1

• An element is something that cannot be split into anything more simple by chemical means.
• All the atoms in an element have the same atomic number
• Recognisable in diagrams and models as they consist of atoms of a single colour or size

Question 2

What is a Compound

Answer 2

• A compound is made of combinations of 2 or more elements in fixed proportion.
• Compounds are joined together by strong bonds.
• It doesn’t matter whether a compound is molecular, giant covalent or giant ionic

Question 3

What is a Mixture

Answer 3

• A mixture various components can be in any proportions , not chemically together
• Mixtures are easy to separate by physical means