Question

What does the term "compound" mean? two or more substances dispersed in one another but each retaining their own identity. two or more elements joined together such that the elements have lost their individual identity in favor of a new set of properties. a change in shape, size, or physical characteristics but remaining the same substance.

Answer 1

I believe it's the second option. 2 or more elements joined together such that the elements have lost their individual identity in favour of a new set of properties.

Answer 2

Answer: Option (b) is the correct answer.

Explanation:

When two or more different atoms are bonded together either by sharing or donating electrons then it results in the formation of a new product which exhibit different properties as compared to its parent atoms. This new product is known as compound.

For example, $2Na^{+} + CO^{2-}_{3} \rightarrow Na_{2}CO_{3}$

Therefore, $Na_{2}CO_{3}$ will have different properties as compared to sodium and carbonate ions.

Thus, we can conclude that the term "compound" mean two or more elements joined together such that the elements have lost their individual identity in favor of a new set of properties.