Question

Tabulate a comparative chart – to differentiate between elements, compounds, and mixtures. Differentiate them with reference to the term

Answer 1

Term 

Elements – Pure substance made up of one kind of atoms only. e.g. Iron [Fe], Sulphur [S]

Compounds – pure substance made up of two or more different elements, e.g. Iron sulphide [FeS]

Mixtures – Impure substance made up of two or more elements or compounds, e.g. Iron and sulphur mixture.