10 Questions
Who is credited with discovering that organic compounds can be formed from inorganic compounds, thus debunking the vital-force theory?
Wöhler
What was the belief that limited the development of organic chemistry until 1828?
Vital-force theory
What is the approximate number of organic compounds known today?
13 million
What is one of the sources of organic compounds?
Natural sources
How many organic chemicals are in commercial use?
70,000
What is the primary method of deriving alcohols, acetone, and glycerol?
Action of microorganisms on organic matter
Which of the following elements is typically found in naturally occurring organic compounds?
Nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur
What is a characteristic of organic compounds that is not typically found in inorganic compounds?
Isomerism
What is a common classification of organic compounds based on their structural and chemical nature?
Hydrocarbons and non-hydrocarbons
What is a characteristic of the reactions of organic compounds?
They are usually molecular rather than ionic
Learn about the basics of organic chemistry, its origin, and the classification of substances. Discover how organic compounds were once believed to be exclusive to living organisms.
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