Is a 1994 penny a pure element?

1 Answer
Jan 19, 2018

Simply put, no.

Explanation:

A penny is made up of many elements such as zinc, nickel, and copper. That means that it is a mixture and not an element, as it has different elements inside it.

Elements are substances that cannot be broken down further by chemical substances. But a penny can be broken down into elements such as zinc and copper.

I hope this clarifies your question.

Sources:
https://www.livescience.com/32401-whats-a-penny-made-of.html
https://www.thoughtco.com/definition-of-element-chemistry-604452