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Which best explains the difference between an element and a compound?
A. Elements cannot occur naturally, while compounds naturally occur.
B. Elements have specific properties, while compounds do not have specific properties
C. Elements cannot be broken, while compounds can because they join together in a specific pattern
D. Elements can be broken down, while compounds cannot because they are composed of two or more mixtures.

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C. is correct. a compound cannot be broken down and compounds can because they are made up of 2 or more elements.

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C. Elements cannot be broken, while compounds can because they join together in a specific pattern.
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