Both elements and compounds may be composed of molecules. Record one or more characteristics that explain when a molecule is the building block of elements and when a molecule is a building block of compounds. Use the terms atom(s), molecule(s), element(s), and compound(s) correctly in your explanation.

Both elements and compounds may be composed of molecules. Record one or more characteristics that explain when a molecule is the building block of elements and when a molecule is a building block of compounds. Use the terms atom(s), molecule(s), element(s), and compound(s) correctly in your explanation.