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ASVAB General Science Questions

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Which definition below best defines a compound?

An element on the periodic table
A group of two or more elements bonded together
The particles of an atom that have a neutral charge
The particles of an atom that have a positive charge

Explanation

Answer: B - A compound is a group of two or more elements bonded together. There are two main types of bonds that hold atoms together, covalent and electrovalent/ionic bonds. When elements are bonded to become compounds, they lose their individual traits.

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