The Differences Between Organic and Inorganic Molecules Do Not Follow

question 30

Multiple Choice

The differences between organic and inorganic molecules do not follow simple absolute rules. However, most organic molecules are associated with living organisms. Which of the following statements does NOT correspond to the general distinctions between these types of molecules?

• A) Carbon dioxide (CO₂) lacks hydrogen atoms found in organic molecules.
• B) Formaldehyde (CH₂O) is a small molecule compared to most organic molecules.
• C) Salt (Na⁺Cl^-) is not an organic molecule but is important to the life of many organisms.
• D) Because they are in living organisms, organic carbon atoms are different from the inorganic carbon atoms forming the molecular structure of soot or a diamond.

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