Organic Compounds Overview

What is the definition of organic compounds?

• Compounds that are synthesized in a laboratory setting.

• Compounds that contain only inorganic elements.

• Compounds that contain carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen atoms.

• Compounds that contain nitrogen atoms bonded to oxygen atoms.

Give an example of a simple organic compound.

• Acetic acid (CH3COOH)

• Ethanol (C2H5OH)

• Propane (C3H8)

• Methane (CH4)

Name a common organic compound found in fruits.

• sucrose

• glucose

• cellulose

• fructose

What makes a compound organic?

• Is a solid at room temperature

• Does not react with other compounds

• Contains nitrogen atoms bonded to oxygen atoms

• Contains carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen atoms

Provide an example of an organic compound used in plastics.

• Polypropylene

• Polyvinylchloride

• Polyethylene

• Polystyrene

Why are organic compounds important in biological systems?

• Organic compounds are essential building blocks for molecules involved in biological processes.

• Organic compounds are not involved in any biological processes

• Inorganic compounds are more abundant in biological systems

• Organic compounds are harmful to biological systems

Explain the difference between organic and inorganic compounds.

• Inorganic compounds are more reactive than organic compounds.

• Organic compounds are man-made, while inorganic compounds are naturally occurring.

• Organic compounds contain carbon, while inorganic compounds do not.

• Inorganic compounds are always solid, while organic compounds are always liquid.

What are some characteristics of organic compounds?

• Organic compounds are primarily composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms, often contain oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, and other elements, have covalent bonds, and are typically associated with living organisms.

• Organic compounds are always associated with non-living organisms

• Organic compounds do not contain covalent bonds

• Inorganic compounds are primarily composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms

Give an example of an organic compound used in medicine.

• Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)

• Hydrochloric acid

• Penicillin

• Ibuprofen