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What is the difference between a mixture and a compound? A mixture contains two or more substances that can be separated by physical means. For example, a mixture of iron nails and pebbles can be separated using a magnet. In a compound, two or more elements are bound together chemically and cannot be separated except by chemical processes. A mixture and a compound   Previous: Back Book: 1001 Section: Science and Technology Chapter: Chemistry