Chapter 2, Problem 8CT

Summary Introduction

To answer:

An article in the local newspaper about gangrene states that the tissue-destroying toxin, lecithinase, is an “organic compound.” However, many people consider “organic” chemicals to mean something is good. Explain the reason for the contradiction.

Introduction:

The organic molecule is defined as the carbon- containing compound and it is referred to as a biomolecule. These organic molecules are natural compounds. Gangrene indicates tissue death by blocking the blood supply to the tissue.