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Multiple Choice
Which statement best explains the difference between an element and a compound?
A
An element contains two or more different atoms bonded together, while a compound contains only one type of atom.
B
An element can be separated into simpler substances by physical methods, while a compound cannot be separated by any method.
C
An element is a mixture of two or more substances, while a compound is a single atom that cannot be broken down.
D
An element is a pure substance made of only one type of atom, while a compound is a pure substance made of two or more different elements chemically bonded in fixed ratios.