Directions: Complete the table by writing the phrases that correctly describes
an element and a compound. Choose from the pool of phrases given below.

✓ One kind of atom

✓ Two or more kinds of atoms

✓ Cannot be broken into
simpler substance

✓ Can be broken into simpler substance by chemical means

✓ Metals, nonmetals and metalloids

✓ Acids, bases and salts

Comparing Elements and Compounds

Element

Compound

Composition

Matter of Separation

Types​