Answer to Question #246692 in General Chemistry for Aisha

Question

Compare the properties of organic and inorganic compounds

Answer 1

1)Organic compounds are characterized by the presence of carbon atoms in them WHILE Most inorganic compounds do not have carbon atoms in them (some exceptions do exist)

2.Organic compounds consist of hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, and their other derivatives WHILE Inorganic compounds do not possess hydrogen or oxygen and their derivatives

3.Organic compounds are said to be more volatile and also highly inflammable WHILE Inorganic compounds are not inflammable and are non-volatile in nature

4.Organic compounds exist in the form of solids, gases, and liquids WHILE Inorganic compunds exist as solids

5.Organic compounds are insoluble in water WHILE Inorganic compounds are soluble in water and also non-soluble in some of the organic solutions