Why Can't the Elements of a Compound Be Separated from One

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Multiple Choice

Why can't the elements of a compound be separated from one another by physical means?

• A)They are too homogeneous when found within a compound.
• B)Their atoms are too tightly bound to one another.
• C)Elements found within a compound tend to be inert.
• D)Elements tend not to be soluble in water.

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Definitions:

Standard Error

Standard error measures the accuracy with which a sample distribution represents a population, using the standard deviation of the sample means.

Infinite Population

A theoretical concept where the population size is considered to be limitless for the purposes of statistical analysis.

Standard Deviation

A statistical measurement that quantifies the amount of variation or dispersion of a set of values.

Atomic Orbitals

Mathematical functions that describe the wave-like behavior of an electron in an atom, these orbitals determine the distribution of electrons around an atom’s nucleus.