Scientists have developed a new drug known to cure a previously incurable disease. What best explains if the new drug is a compound or not?

a) It is a compound because it will be able to cure a disease.

b) It is not a compound because it was developed by scientists.

c) It is a compound because compounds make all types of matter.

d) It is not a compound because compounds make up only living things.

c) It is a compound because compounds make all types of matter.