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Which of the following is a compound?

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General Science - Physics (Basics)
Which of the following is a compound?
AHydrogen gas (H₂)
BNitrogen gas (N₂)
CCarbon dioxide (CO₂)
DNeon gas (Ne)
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Recall definition of a compound

    A compound is a substance formed by chemical combination of two or more elements in fixed ratio.
  2. Step 2: Analyze options

    Carbon dioxide (CO₂) consists of carbon and oxygen chemically bonded in fixed ratio, so it is a compound. Hydrogen, nitrogen, and neon gases are elements.
  3. Final Answer:

    Carbon dioxide (CO₂) → Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Compound example = Carbon dioxide (CO₂) ✅
Quick Trick: Compounds have fixed chemical formulas.
Common Mistakes:
  • Mistaking diatomic elements as compounds.
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