Question

State the characteristics of ‘Element’.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Characteristics of elements are:

(1). An element is homogeneous in nature; it is a pure substance, made up of only one kind of atoms. ...

(2). An element cannot be broken down into simpler substances by any physical or chemical methods such as heat, light electricity, or chemical reactions with other substances.

Answer 2

Answer:

The characteristics of 'Element' are :-

i) An element is made-up of only one kind of molecule.

ii) It cannot be broken down into simpler substances by any physical or chemical process.

iii) Elements may occur naturally or may be prepared artificially.

iv) Elements may be classified into four main categories- metals, non-metals, metalloids & noble gases.