1.6.1 - Elements
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Practice Questions
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Define an element.
💡 Hint: Think about the most basic building blocks of matter.
What is the atomic number?
💡 Hint: Consider what distinguishes one element from another.
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What is the simplest pure substance that cannot be broken down?
💡 Hint: Think about the building blocks of matter.
True or False: A compound can be separated into its components by physical means.
💡 Hint: Remember how elements and mixtures differ in this respect.
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Consider a water molecule (H2O). Explain its formation in terms of elements and compounds.
💡 Hint: Refer to how compounds change the properties of the elements involved.
Identify a real-world application that utilizes the differentiation between elements and compounds.
💡 Hint: Think of fields that rely on chemical synthesis and application.
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