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Which statements describe an element? Check all that apply.

A) An element is a pure substance,

B) An element is made of only one type of atom,

C) An element is made of two or more different types of atoms.

D) An element can be broken down into a simpler form.

E) An element cannot be broken down into a simpler form,​

User Jansv
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Answer:

A,B,E

Step-by-step explanation:

User Marc G
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Answer:

A,B,E

Step-by-step explanation:

A) Elements can't be physically separated.

B) Elements are indeed made of only one type of atom

E) Elements cannot be broken down into a simpler form, at least not without a ton of energy being released as an explosion :)

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