An element
A) is identical to a compound
B) is made up of compounds
C) can combine with one or more other element to make a compound
D) exists only in a pure form as a single element, and never combines with other elements
E) more than one of these answers

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An element is a substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means. However, elements can combine with one or more other elements to form compounds. Therefore, option C is the correct choice. Options A and D are incorrect because an element is not identical to a compound and can combine with other elements. Option B is incorrect because compounds are made up of elements, not the other way around.

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