Question
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Which of the following statements are not true regarding compounds ? (A) Compounds show the properties of constituent substances. (B) Only elements can react to form compounds. (C) The composition of each compound is always fixed. (D) Compounds can be separated by physical and chemical methods.

1
(A), (C), (D)
2
(A), (B), (C)
3
(B), (C), (D)
4
(A), (B), (D)
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: CTET
Level/Paper: CTET_P2
Chapter: Is Matter Around Us Pure?
Topic: Classification of Matter
Correct Answer
Option D
Explanation

Option 4 is the correct answer because it identifies the statements that are not true regarding compounds. Let's analyze each statement: (A) Compounds show the properties of constituent substances. - This statement is not true. Compounds have properties that are different from the properties of the elements that constitute them. For example, water (H₂O) is a compound made from hydrogen and oxygen, but it does not exhibit the properties of…Read More

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