Question
Which of the following best describes the relationship between
elements and compounds?
A finite number of elements chemically
combine to create a multitude of
compounds.
• A finite number of compounds
chemically combine to create a
multitude of elements.
An infinite number of elements
chemically combine to create a
multitude of compounds.
An infinite number of compounds
chemically combine to create a
multitude of elements.
Answer
A finite number of elements chemically combine to create a multitude of compounds.