Chemistry: The Science in Context (4th Edition)

Published by W.W. Norton & Co.
ISBN 10: 0393124177
ISBN 13: 978-0-39312-417-0

Chapter 1 - Matter and Energy: The Origin of the Universe - Problems - Page 36: 26

Answer

c.

Work Step by Step

Elements are composed of only one type of atom whereas compounds are composed of two or more kinds of atoms. a. Iodine ($I_2$) is an element. b. $Ce$, or cerium, is an element. c. $ClF$, or chlorine fluoride, is a compound. d. $S_8$, or sulfur, is an element.
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