wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Define the term element?


Open in App
Solution

  • An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down by any physical or chemical means into simpler substances.
  • An element is made up of the same kind of atoms.
  • Elements are classified into metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.
  • Elements are represented by their symbols.
  • For example, copper (Cu), iron (Fe), carbon (C), etc.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
131
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Elements
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon