What is meant by elements? Write down the names of two elements.

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Elements:
“An element is a basic form of matter that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical reactions.”
Elements can be metals/non-metals/metalloids.
Examples:
Examples of elements are Helium $(He)$ , Sodium $(Na)$ , or Gold $(Au)$ .

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