Question

Which of these statements best describes the relationship between elements, compounds, and pure substances? (2 points) Pure substances can be divided into two groups: elements and compounds. Compounds can be divided into two groups: pure substances and elements. Elements and pure substances are two of many different types of compounds. Pure substances and compounds are two of many different types of elements.

Answer 1

Pure substances can be divided into two groups: elements and compounds.

(None of the other choices is a correct statement.)