elementarycompounds
nounUK /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəri ˈkɒmpaʊndz/
US /ˌɛləˈmɛntəri ˈkɑːmpaʊndz/
Simple substances made when two or more different kinds of atoms join together.
Water and salt are elementary compounds that you can find in many homes.
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2. Basic chemical substances studied in beginner science classes.
The teacher showed us elementary compounds like water and carbon dioxide.
3. Simple combinations of elements that form the building blocks of matter.
Students learned that elementary compounds are made from just a few types of atoms.
4. Introductory examples of compounds used to teach chemistry basics.
The textbook listed elementary compounds such as table salt and baking soda.