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Which statement describes an element? Check all that apply.

An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into a simpler form.
An element is made of two or more atoms that are chemically combined.
All elements are listed on the periodic table of elements.
An element symbol begins with a capital letter; if there is a second or even third letter, it is a lowercase letter.

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I believe there are three correct answers from the choices listed above. The statements that describe an element are as follows:

An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into a simpler form.
All elements are listed on the periodic table of elements.
An element symbol begins with a capital letter; if there is a second or even third letter, it is a lowercase letter.

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