Define chemical compound

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A chemical compound is a substance composed of two or more elements that are chemically bonded together. The elements in a compound are always present in fixed proportions and cannot be separated by physical means. Examples of chemical compounds include water (H2O), sodium chloride (NaCl), and carbon dioxide (CO2).

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