Question

Among the following, which is\are the difference between compound and mixture?

• A. The constituents of a compound can be separated only by chemical methods.
  The constituents of a mixture can be separated easily by physical methods.
• B. Compounds are pure substances.
  Mixtures are impure substances.
• C. The constituents of a compound are present in a fixed ratio.
  The constituents of a mixture are present in varying ratios.
• D. All of above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of above

Compounds are pure substances whereas mixture are impure substances. The constituents of a compound can be separated only by chemical methods and that of a mixture can be separated easily by physical methods. The constituents of a compound are present in a fixed ratio.The constituents of a mixture are present in varying ratios.