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Which of the following statements correctly distinguishes a compound from a solution?

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1Both compounds and solutions are always homogeneous and chemically bonded.
2A compound has a fixed composition and properties distinct from its constituent elements, unlike a solution.✓
3A compound has a variable composition, while a solution has a fixed composition.
4A compound can be separated into its components by physical methods, while a solution cannot.

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A compound has a fixed composition and properties distinct from its constituent elements, unlike a solution.

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