For the purposes of this discussion, it is important to note that
elements are the basic components of Chemistry. Elements contain atoms.
All substances are made up of elements. Compounds are elements that
contain more than one type of atom that bond together via a chemical
reaction. Mixtures are made up of more than one substance, element or
compound that are not chemically bonded together. Compounds and mixtures
impact our daily lives because everything we have is made up of
elements. An example of a mixture is strawberry ice cream. Milk, cream,
and other elements are mixed together to make the ice cream. An example
of a compound is water. A droplet of water is made from two hydrogen
molecules (elements) and one oxygen molecule.
