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That depends. An organic compound has elements made from nature itself.
An inorganic is the opposite meaning that it is made from compounds and elements that are not made from nature itself,more or less, it's kind of like manmade compounds.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoBasically, all organic compounds have carbon and organic chemistry is the study of carbon based comounds. Inorganic generally do not contain carbon (with exceptions being carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, metal carbonates, metal bicarbonates and metal carbides).
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∙ 9y agoIn general organic contains carbon molecules and/or those related to life. It is the chemistry of carbon containing compounds.
Inorganic is everything else and generally do not contain carbon (with some exceptions).
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∙ 13y agoYou can tell that a compound is organic by seeing if it contain a carbon atom with a hydrogen atom.
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∙ 13y agoDoes it have Carbon?
Carbon is the deciding element (no pun intended) in what constitutes something being organic.
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∙ 12y agoIf carbon is present, it is organic. If there is no carbon, it is inorganic.
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∙ 11y agoThe product your buying should say certified organic. If its produce you are buying, a lot of grocery stores have designated organic sections.
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∙ 11y agoIf it contains carbon and hydrogen, it is organic.
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∙ 5y agoLook at the label
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∙ 5y agoIf it has carbon in it, it is organic.
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Is lava organic or inorganic?
It is Inorganic because there are chemicals in it
What are the advantages and disadvantages of inorganic farming?
There is no such thing as "inorganic" farming. There's farming, then there's organic farming.
Why is the bacteria growth rate the same on organic and inorganic vegetables?
There's really no difference between organic and inorganic vegetables. Every vegetable is organic. Stop getting hung up on "organic" labeling. Its all regulated by the government in an attempt to get your money. You're going to die no matter what.
What substances are inorganic compounds?
Molecules that are not based on Carbon, or water. examples are metals, and gasses. Recent news suggests that organic substances, ( animo acids ) can be produced by sparks in a amonia bath, similar to the athmosphere of the young earth.
Is Wood organic or inorganic?
Yes wood is made form trees and treas are organisms so wood is of organic origin.
How can you tell that ammonia is organic or inorganic?
Ammonia does not have carbon.So it is inorganic.
Is HC1 organic or inorganic and how can you tell?
Its organic and itsa a acid
What is the difference between inorganic and organic?
Organic is of something living, Inorganic is of something not living.Organic compounds are made of carbons and any other elements or radicals
Differentiate of organic and inorganic compounds?
An organic compound is something that is alive, or was once alive, or was part of something that was living. Inorganic means that it was never alive, or was never a part of something alive.Example:Steak: Organic.Boiling hot lava: Inorganic.
How do you tell organic from inorganic compounds?
All organic compounds contain carbon; most inorganic compounds doesn't contain carbon.
Are living things inorganic or organic?
they are both organic and inorganic
Is iron an organic material?
No. An organic compound is generally something which contains carbon. Iron is inorganic.
Is C2H6S organic or inorganic?
it is organic
Is leaf inorganic or organic?
organic
Is ammonia NH3 organic or inorganic?
it is organic
Is a white solid organic or an inorganic substance?
It is not possible to tell whether a solid is organic or not based on its colour.
Are cans inorganic or organic?
could be inorganic or organic
