Chapter 6, Problem 66E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The statement “life is only molecules and nothing else is termed as reductionism” is to be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Wohler was the first scientist to synthesize an organic compound from an inorganic compound. Wohler synthesized urea, an organic compound found in living organisms.

Atom is the smallest particle which is capable of independent existence. All the atoms are composed of the same subatomic particles, which are electrons, protons, and neutrons.