Question

can an element be distinguished from its compounds by examination of its physical properties only ? explain .

Answer 1

Explanation:

=》Element is a single substance but a compound is a mixture of two or more elements.

=》When an element is added with another substance or element, it's physical property changes to convert the element into a compound.

=》Therefore, An element can be distinguished from a compound by observing it's physical property.

Answer 2

Answer:

Element is a single substance but a compound is a mixture of two or more elements. When an element is added with another substance or element, it's physical property changes to convert the element into a compound. Therefore, An element can be distinguished from a compound by observing it's physical property.