Chapter 11, Problem 11.11E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason as to why the rate of chemical reaction for organic compounds is slower than that for the inorganic compounds is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The atoms present in most of the organic compounds is $\text{O}$, $\text{C}$, $\text{N}$ and $\text{H}$. These atoms form bond with each other and with other atoms through sharing of electrons. They do not completely donate or accept electrons while forming bond.