ICSE Class 8 Chemistry
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Elements, Compounds and Mixtures — Question 6
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Question Question 4c
State four differences between compounds and mixtures.
| Compounds | Mixtures |
|---|---|
| A compound is a pure substance. | A mixture is an impure substance. |
| Compounds are always homogeneous. | Mixtures may be homogeneous or heterogeneous. |
| Formation of a compound involves a change in energy. | Formation of a mixture does not involve any change in energy. |
| Components of compounds can be separated only by complex chemical processes. | Components of mixtures can be separated by simple physical methods of separation. |