Give the main difference between a pure substance and an impure substance.

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Pure Substance Impure Substance

Made up of only one kind of particles. Has particles of other Substance mixed in it.

Cannot be separated by physical means. Can be separated by physical means.

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Pure Substance	Impure Substance
Made up of only one kind of particles.	Has particles of other Substance mixed in it.
Cannot be separated by physical means.	Can be separated by physical means.