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Which element is typically found in organic compounds?
Which element is typically found in organic compounds?
- Carbon (correct)
- Oxygen
- Helium
- Nitrogen
Which of the following compounds is inorganic?
Which of the following compounds is inorganic?
- Protein
- Carbohydrate
- Water (correct)
- Nucleic acid
What is a characteristic of inorganic compounds?
What is a characteristic of inorganic compounds?
- They are only found in living things
- They contain carbon and hydrogen
- They are always acidic
- They do not contain both carbon and hydrogen (correct)
Which of the following is an example of an organic compound?
Which of the following is an example of an organic compound?
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What is a key difference between organic and inorganic compounds?
What is a key difference between organic and inorganic compounds?
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Study Notes
Organic Compounds
- Contain carbon and hydrogen
- Typically derived from living organisms
- Examples include:
- Carbohydrates
- Proteins
- Lipids
- Nucleic acids
Inorganic Compounds
- Do not contain both carbon and hydrogen
- Examples include:
- Water
- Salts
- Acids
- Bases
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Learn the key differences between organic and inorganic compounds, including their composition and examples. Understand what sets them apart in the world of chemistry.
