Question

An element is a substance which cannot be subdivided into two or more simpler substances by any physical or chemical means.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

1. An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances as it is made up of only one type of atom.
2. Although, a compound can be broken down into its constituent elements.

Thus the statement that an element is a substance that cannot be subdivided into two or more simpler substances by any physical or chemical means is True.