Question

A chocolate chip is an example of a: A.Element B.Atom C.Mechanical Mixture D. Homogenous mixture?

Answer 1

which ones can you rule out?

Answer 2

I would rule out both A & B because an element is a specific atom, each with unique physical and chemical properties. An atom is one of the smallest distinguishable quantities of matter comprised of electrons, protons, and neutrons bound together by nuclear forces.

Option D could also be ruled out as the word homogenous implies uniformity throughout. This could be true if we are only talking about the chocolate chips but there is dough involved as well.

Option C appears to be the best answer as a mechanical mixture is any mixture that can be physically separated by mechanical means. They are not chemically bonded together so the chocolate chips may be separated from the cookie.