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Which compounds are considered organic by many authors?
Which compounds are considered organic by many authors?
- Compounds containing only carbon–carbon bonds
- Compounds containing only carbon–oxygen bonds
- Compounds containing only carbon–nitrogen bonds
- Compounds containing carbon–hydrogen or carbon–carbon bonds (correct)
What is the study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds known as?
What is the study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds known as?
- Physical chemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Organic chemistry (correct)
Which of the following compounds is generally considered inorganic?
Which of the following compounds is generally considered inorganic?
- Chloroformic acid (ClCO2H)
- Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) (correct)
- Hydrogen cyanide (HCN)
- Methane (CH4)
What is the main reason for considering certain carbon-containing compounds as inorganic?
What is the main reason for considering certain carbon-containing compounds as inorganic?
What is the primary factor contributing to the variety of definitions for organic compounds?
What is the primary factor contributing to the variety of definitions for organic compounds?
Study Notes
Organic Compounds
- Organic compounds typically include carbon-based molecules, such as hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids, and proteins.
- Compounds containing carbon atoms, with some exceptions like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, are often classified as organic.
Study of Organic Compounds
- The study of the properties, reactions, and syntheses of organic compounds is known as organic chemistry.
Inorganic Compounds
- Compounds generally considered inorganic include carbonates, oxides of carbon, and simple metals without carbon-hydrogen bonds.
Definition of Inorganic Carbon Compounds
- Certain carbon-containing compounds are regarded as inorganic due to their lack of C-H bonds, which are characteristic of organic chemistry.
Varieties of Definitions
- The primary factor contributing to the variety of definitions for organic compounds is the historical evolution of chemistry and differing perspectives on the significance of specific structures and reactions.
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Test your knowledge of organic and inorganic compounds with this quiz. Explore the differences in definitions and classifications of organic compounds across various authors and learn about the characteristics of carbon-containing compounds.
