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A chemical ____ is a pure substance made entirely of 1 type of atom.
A
element
B
compound
C
mixture
D
blend
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An element is a pure substance and is made of only one type of atom; it cannot be broken down into a simpler substance.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer: Solution: An element is a pure substance made up of identical atoms.

Detailed explanation-3: -Elements are pure substances since it contains only one kind of atom. Every element has its unique properties. Atoms of the same element have the same physical and chemical properties. Atoms of different elements have different physical and chemical properties.

Detailed explanation-4: -Elements and compounds are both examples of pure substances. Compounds are substances that are made up of more than one type of atom.

Detailed explanation-5: -Elements: A pure substance containing only one kind of atom.

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