Elements are pure substances that make up all matter. Gold, aluminum, iron, and lead are some examples of these pure substances. What is the basic building block of all pure substances that make up matter in the world? A) atoms B) cells C) compounds D) metals
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We are given examples like gold, aluminum, iron, and lead. We need to find the basic building block of these pure substances. A) Atoms are the smallest unit of an element that retains the properties of that element. They are the basic building blocks of Show more…
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