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What type of compounds are considered organic by many authors?
What type of compounds are considered organic by many authors?
- Compounds containing carbon-nitrogen bonds
- Compounds containing carbon-hydrogen or carbon-carbon bonds (correct)
- Compounds containing only carbon-hydrogen bonds
- Compounds containing only carbon-carbon bonds
Which of the following is a common topic of debate in chemistry?
Which of the following is a common topic of debate in chemistry?
- The boiling points of organic compounds
- The definition of 'organic' versus 'inorganic' (correct)
- The atomic number of carbon
- The color of inorganic compounds
Which of the following is considered an inorganic compound?
Which of the following is considered an inorganic compound?
- Ethanol (C2H5OH)
- Ethane (C2H6)
- Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) (correct)
- Methane (CH4)
What is the reason for millions of known organic compounds?
What is the reason for millions of known organic compounds?
Which of the following carbon-containing compounds is considered organic?
Which of the following carbon-containing compounds is considered organic?
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Organic Compounds
- Hydrocarbons and their derivatives are considered organic by many authors.
- The distinction between organic and inorganic compounds is a common topic of debate in chemistry.
Inorganic Compounds
- Mineral compounds, such as sodium chloride (NaCl), are considered inorganic compounds.
Diversity of Organic Compounds
- The vast number of known organic compounds, numbering in millions, is due to the ability of carbon to form long chains and complex rings.
Classification of Carbon-Containing Compounds
- Carbon-containing compounds that are typically considered organic include fuels, sugars, and proteins, as well as many synthetic compounds.
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