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composite vs compound
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| compositeadjective/kəmˈpɑː.zɪt/ | Meaning made of several different parts or materials | Goes with composite material | Example The bike frame is made of a composite material that is light and strong. |
| compoundnoun/ˈkɑːm.paʊnd/ | Meaning a substance made of two or more elements; also an area with buildings and a fence or wall around it | Goes with chemical compound | Example Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Salt is a simple chemical .