Question

Which of the following is/are correct statement for compounds?

• A. Compounds are pure and homogeneous mixtures.
• B. Compounds are heterogeneous mixtures.
• C. Compounds contain components that are loosely held together. They retain their individual properties.
• D. Compounds consist of two or more substances combined in any ratio.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Compounds are pure and homogeneous mixtures.

Compounds are always pure and homogeneous because the same kind of substances are present and uniformly mixed together in a compound.The components of a compound cannot be separated by physical methods