Question

An electric current is passed through a sample of water, causing the
sample to break down into oxygen and hydrogen. Given this information,
what is the correct classification of water?

Answer 1

Answer:

A compound

Explanation:

The water is best classified as a compound. When a substance is broken down into elemental composition or units, they are said to be a compound.

• An element is a distinct substance that cannot be split up into simpler substances.
• Compound are substances composed of two or more kinds of atoms  joined together in a definite grouping.
• The properties of compounds are distinct and different from those of the individual elements that are combined in its make - up.
• So, the water when broken down to elements is a compound.