How Do Organic Compounds Differ from Inorganic Compounds

question 36

Multiple Choice

How do organic compounds differ from inorganic compounds?

• A) Inorganic compounds never contain carbon, whereas organic compounds always contain carbon.
• B) Inorganic compounds always only consist of two atoms.
• C) Organic compounds are always acidic, while inorganic compounds are always basic.
• D) Organic compounds consist of carbon atoms joined by covalent bonds and may contain other elements, such as nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, and phosphorus. Inorganic compounds lack carbon-carbon bonds.
• E) A and C are correct.

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