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What is the key difference between element and compound

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Answer and Explanation:

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ELEMENT AND COMPOUND :

  • An element is made up of same type of atoms whereas a compound is made up of different type of atoms.
  • A compound can be separated by chemical methods but an element can not be separated by chemical methods.
  • Example of element is Cu Fe C and example of compound is
    CO_2\ NO_2 \ NH_3 etc
  • Elements can not be split into different substances but compound can be splited into different substances
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