A student compiled data in a table to compare pure substances and mixtures.



Which statement BEST describes the mistake the student made on their table?

(1 point)
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Pure substances can be separated using physical means.
Pure substances can be separated using physical means.

Mixtures contain at least three or more substances.
Mixtures contain at least three or more substances.

Mixtures are substances that are not chemically combined.
Mixtures are substances that are not chemically combined.

Elements and compounds are considered mixtures.
Elements and compounds are considered mixtures.
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The statement that BEST describes the mistake the student made on their table is:

Elements and compounds are considered mixtures.

This statement is incorrect because elements and compounds are classified as pure substances. Mixtures, on the other hand, are combinations of two or more substances that are not chemically combined.