Question

Which two statements are true for both compounds and mixtures?

A. They are made up of more than one type of atom.
B. Their particles all have the same chemical formula.
C. They can be separated into two or more elements.
D. Their particles are held together by chemical bonds.

Answer 1

B and C

Step-by-step explanation:

A. Their particles are held together by chemical bonds.

This option is incorrect for both compounds and mixtures. It is only true for Compounds.

B. They are made up of more than one type of atom.

This is correct. Both compounds and mixtures consists of different atoms of elements.

C. They can be separated into two or more elements.

This option is correct. Compounds are broken down into elements through chemical means.

D. Their particles all have the same chemical formula.

This is wrong. Mixtures do not have a chemical formula