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What is the key difference between an element and a compound?
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An element is made up of the same type of atoms while a compound is formed by combining different elements in a fixed ratio.
1Step 1: An Element
An element is a pure substance which is made up of the same type of atom.
2Step 2: Compound
A compound is formed by combining atoms of different elements chemically together in a fixed ratio.
3Step 3: Key difference
An element is made up of the same type of atoms while a compound is formed by combining different elements in a fixed ratio.
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