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Which statements correctly describe compounds? Check all that apply.

-Compounds can be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.
-Each compound is composed of one type of molecule.
-Compounds can be broken down into simpler substances by physical means.
-Each compound is composed of one type of atom.
-Each compound is composed of two or more types of atoms.
-Compounds cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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Answer:

Compounds can be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

Each compound is composed of two or more types of atoms

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Compounds can be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

Each compound is composed of two or more types of atoms

In essence, compounds are chemicals that are composed of two or more atoms or elements. Compounds or molecules have a specific chemical formula, and have a definite and constant proportion of constituents.
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