Question

Of the following substance which is an element, a mixture and a compound?

Sea water is the example of :

• A. element
• B. mixture
• C. compounds
• D. all of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B mixture

A mixture is a material system made up of two or more different substances which are mixed but are not combined chemically. Seawater is a complex mixture of 96.5 percent water, 2.5 percent salts, and smaller amounts of other substances, including dissolved inorganic and organic materials, particulates, and a few atmospheric gases.