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  • Oxides: Understanding Chemical Compounds & Elements
    The question is phrased a bit backwards. Here's why:

    * Oxide is a compound, not an element. It's formed when oxygen (O) combines with another element.

    * Elements are the fundamental building blocks of matter. They cannot be broken down further into simpler substances.

    So, to answer your question:

    * No element is "made of oxide".

    * Many elements form oxides when they combine with oxygen. Examples include:

    * Iron oxide (FeO): Rust

    * Aluminum oxide (Al2O3): Found in bauxite ore

    * Silicon dioxide (SiO2): Sand and quartz

    If you're wondering about a specific element, please let me know and I can tell you what oxide it forms.

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