Question

question 8 (3 points)
title: ch - 01 - 12
based on its formula, sugar c₆h₁₂o₆ is an example of what?
a an element
b a compound
c a homogeneous mixture
d a heterogeneous mixture

Explanation:

An element consists of only one type of atom. A compound is made up of two or more different - element atoms chemically bonded together. Sugar ($C_6H_{12}O_6$) has carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms bonded chemically. A homogeneous mixture is a physical combination of substances with uniform composition, and a heterogeneous mixture has a non - uniform composition. Since sugar has a defined chemical formula with different types of atoms bonded, it is a compound.

Answer:

B. a compound