For the purposes of this discussion, it is important to note that 
elements are the basic components of Chemistry. Elements contain atoms. 
All substances are made up of elements. Compounds are elements that 
contain more than one type of atom that bond together via a chemical 
reaction. Mixtures are made up of more than one substance, element or 
compound that are not chemically bonded together. Compounds and mixtures
 impact our daily lives because everything we have is made up of 
elements. An example of a mixture is strawberry ice cream. Milk, cream, 
and other elements are mixed together to make the ice cream. An example 
of a compound is water. A droplet of water is made from two hydrogen 
molecules (elements) and one oxygen molecule.