Are iron filings an element or a compound?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether iron filings are classified as an element or a compound. Iron filings consist of tiny pieces of iron, which is a chemical element. Therefore, they are classified as an element rather than a compound.
Answer
element
The final answer is an element
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is an element
More Information
Iron filings consist purely of the element iron (Fe) and do not contain any chemically bonded elements, making them a simple form of an element.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing iron filings (an element) with any mixture they might be part of.
Sources
- Flexi Says: Iron filings - ck12.org
- Is iron classified as an element, a compound, a homogeneous mixture, or a heterogeneous mixture? - homework.study.com
- [PDF] Classifying Matter - Chemistry - paulding.k12.ga.us
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