Chemistry: The Science in Context (4th Edition)

Published by W.W. Norton & Co.
ISBN 10: 0393124177
ISBN 13: 978-0-39312-417-0

Chapter 1 - Matter and Energy: The Origin of the Universe - Problems - Page 36: 24

Answer

d.

Work Step by Step

Only elements and compounds are considered pure substances. a. Mineral water is not pure because it is a mixture of substances. b. Blood is not pure because it is a mixture. c. Brass is an alloy, so it is not a pure substance. d. Sucrose is a compound, so it is a pure substance. e. Beer is not an element or a compound, so it is not a pure substance.
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