How could you tell if a sample of matter is an element

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Chemistry

Nikolai Maddox

20 January, 13:41

How could you tell if a sample of matter is an element

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Azul Cervantes · Answer 1

If a physical process can separate it into smaller forms than it is a mixture, if not then it is a compound or element, if burning the sample doesnt break into a smaller fraction then it is an element.

Gabriela Choi · Answer 2

Test it by checking it's hardness, texture, and how it stands against other substances.