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A chemical reaction is the only way to separate a(n) .

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Pure substance

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A compound which is a pure substance

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  • A pure substance is a substance with a definite and constant composition and distinct chemical properties. Pure substance can either be a compound or an element.
  • Compound is a substance made of two or more elements that can be broken down by chemical means. therefore, Chemical reaction is the only way to separate a compound into its elements
  • Element on the other hand is a pure substance that is composed of only one type of atom. Unlike compounds pure substances can not be broken down by chemical means.
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