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What do many authors consider an organic compound to be in chemistry?
What do many authors consider an organic compound to be in chemistry?
- Any compound containing carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen
- Any compound containing carbon–hydrogen or carbon–carbon bonds (correct)
- Any compound containing carbon and halides
- Any compound containing only carbon and hydrogen
Why do some compounds containing carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen pose a debate on whether they are organic or inorganic?
Why do some compounds containing carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen pose a debate on whether they are organic or inorganic?
- Because they are not synthesized in organic chemistry
- Due to the variation in definitions by different authors (correct)
- Because they do not form chains with other carbon atoms
- Because they lack carbon–hydrogen or carbon–carbon bonds
What is a characteristic property of organic compounds due to carbon's ability?
What is a characteristic property of organic compounds due to carbon's ability?
- Formation of chains with other carbon atoms (correct)
- High reactivity with halides
- Strong affinity for nitrogen and oxygen
- Low stability at room temperature
Why are a few classes of carbon-containing compounds and exceptions generally considered inorganic?
Why are a few classes of carbon-containing compounds and exceptions generally considered inorganic?
What does the study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds comprise?
What does the study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds comprise?
Which compounds are generally considered inorganic due to historical reasons?
Which compounds are generally considered inorganic due to historical reasons?
What is the discipline known as the study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds?
What is the discipline known as the study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds?
What is the main factor that leads to the debate on whether certain carbon-containing compounds are organic or inorganic?
What is the main factor that leads to the debate on whether certain carbon-containing compounds are organic or inorganic?
Which carbon-containing compounds are considered organic?
Which carbon-containing compounds are considered organic?
Why are some carbon-containing compounds like carbon tetrachloride and certain compounds of carbon with nitrogen and oxygen considered inorganic?
Why are some carbon-containing compounds like carbon tetrachloride and certain compounds of carbon with nitrogen and oxygen considered inorganic?
