Which term describes a pure substance that is made up of only one type of atom?
A. matter
B. rock
C. compound
D. element
Answer (2)
A pure substance composed of only one type of atom is known as an element . Elements are the simplest forms of matter, represented on the periodic table. They differ from compounds, which consist of multiple types of atoms bonded together. ;
The term that describes a pure substance made up of only one type of atom is element . Elements are the simplest forms of matter and are listed on the periodic table. In contrast, compounds consist of multiple types of atoms bonded together.
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