Which of the following correctly explains the difference between an element and a compound?
A. An element is made up of only one type of atom, and a compound is made up of two or more elements that are
chemically combined.
B. A compound is made up of only one type of atom, and an element is made up mixtures.
C. An element is made up of only one type of atom, and a compound is made up of mixtures.
D. A compound is made up of only one type of atom, and an element is made up of two or more compounds that are
chemically combined.
