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Why lead is an element?

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In a sample of lead all of the atoms have the same number of protons in their nuclei. The consequence of this is that they all have the same chemical properties, which is to say they will all react in the same way with other substances, if indeed they react with some of them at all.

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Lead is an element because it cannot be broken down by chemical means. It basic particle is an atom distinguished by having 82 protons.

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