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During the 18th and 19th centuries, what were compounds obtained from living organisms called?
During the 18th and 19th centuries, what were compounds obtained from living organisms called?
- Vital compounds
- Organic compounds (correct)
- Mineral compounds
- Inorganic compounds
Who disproved the concept that a special 'vital force' was necessary for the formation of an organic compound?
Who disproved the concept that a special 'vital force' was necessary for the formation of an organic compound?
- Marie Curie
- Albert Einstein
- Isaac Newton
- Friedrich Wöhler (correct)
What organic compound did Friedrich Wöhler prepare from the reaction between solutions of inorganic compounds ammonium chloride and silver?
What organic compound did Friedrich Wöhler prepare from the reaction between solutions of inorganic compounds ammonium chloride and silver?
- Urea (correct)
- Methane
- Ethanol
- Glucose
Which era saw the categorization of compounds into organic and inorganic types?
Which era saw the categorization of compounds into organic and inorganic types?
What were compounds obtained from mineral constituents of the earth called during the early period of chemistry?
What were compounds obtained from mineral constituents of the earth called during the early period of chemistry?
Which chemist disproved the concept that a special 'vital force' was necessary for the formation of an organic compound?
Which chemist disproved the concept that a special 'vital force' was necessary for the formation of an organic compound?
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