
Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation: A compound that contains
Concept Introduction: The compounds that essentially contain carbon atoms along with other atoms in the structure are said to be organic compounds whereas inorganic compounds do not essentially have carbon atoms in their structure.
(b)
Interpretation:
Concept Introduction: The compounds that essentially contain carbon atoms along with other atoms in the structure are said to be organic compounds whereas inorganic compounds do not essentially have carbon atoms in their structure.
(c)
Interpretation: A compound that contains covalent bonds should be identified as an organic or inorganic compound.
Concept Introduction: The compounds that essentially contain carbon atoms along with other atoms in the structure are said to be organic compounds whereas inorganic compounds do not essentially have carbon atoms in their structure.
(d)
Interpretation: A compound that produces ions in water should be identified as an organic or inorganic compound.
Concept Introduction: The compounds that essentially contain carbon atoms along with other atoms in the structure are said to be organic compounds whereas inorganic compounds do not essentially have carbon atoms in their structure.
(e)
Interpretation: A compound which is a gas at room temperature should be identified as an organic or inorganic compound.
Concept Introduction: The compounds that essentially contain carbon atoms along with other atoms in the structure are said to be organic compounds whereas inorganic compounds do not essentially have carbon atoms in their structure.
(f)
Interpretation:
Concept Introduction: The compounds that essentially contain carbon atoms along with other atoms in the structure are said to be organic compounds whereas inorganic compounds do not essentially have carbon atoms in their structure.

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