Ever wonder why hydrogen finds oxygen so attractive? Compounds, Elements and Chemical Reactions provides basic information about Characteristics of Matter and Chemical Reactions. In the world of cells, the push and pull scenario between Compounds and Elements create what we only know as our living environment. Learn about the Characteristics of Elements and what makes them unique and explore the bonds that take place in Characteristics of Chemical Bonds. In Basic Sciences, it is important to determine what kind of push and pull will take place between substances. Come on in and learn which elements are attracted to each other and which elements burn green with envy.