• elements and compounds
Pure Substances
Mixtures
• cannot be separated using physical means
• contains two or more substances
are chemically combined
Which statement BEST describes the mistake the student made on their table?
(1 point)
• Mixtures contain at least three or more substances.
• Pure substances can be separated using physical means.
• Mixtures are substances that are not chemically combined.
• Elements and compounds are considered mixtures.
1 answer
The statement that BEST describes the mistake the student made on their table is:
Mixtures are substances that are not chemically combined.
This statement accurately reflects the definition of mixtures, which are composed of two or more substances that are physically combined but not chemically bonded. The other options do not address errors in the student's comparison as clearly.
