Question

which refers to a mixture that contains more than one phase in which the characteristics of the particles vary throughout the mixture?
compound
element
heterogeneous
homogeneous

Explanation:

A compound is a pure - substance made of two or more elements chemically combined. An element is a pure - substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances. A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition throughout. A heterogeneous mixture contains more than one phase where the characteristics of the particles vary throughout the mixture.

Answer:

C. heterogeneous