Pure Substances and Mixtures; Separation of Mixtures — CHEMISTRY STD 6 — Question

Existence
Elements –Elements i.e. atoms are present on their own. e.g. Iron and sulphur exist on their own as elements iron and sulphur.
Compounds – Components in a compound present in a definite proportion. e.g. Iron and sulphur are chemically combined in a fixed ratio in iron sulphide
Mixtures –Components in a mixture present in any proportion. e.g. Iron and sulphur are mixed in any ratio in the mixture of iron and sulphur.