Some compounds made by organisms that contain carbon include carbohydrates (such as glucose), lipids (such as fats and cholesterol), proteins (made up of amino acids), and nucleic acids (such as DNA and RNA).
Chat with our AI personalities
Yes, most organisms contain both inorganic and organic compounds. Inorganic compounds such as minerals are essential for biological processes like enzyme function and cell structure, while organic compounds like carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids play critical roles in functions such as energy storage, structural support, and genetic information transfer.
No, H2O (water) is an inorganic compound because it does not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds. Organic compounds typically contain carbon-hydrogen bonds and are associated with living organisms.
All organic compounds must contain the element carbon.
No, not all compounds are considered organic. Organic compounds are those that contain carbon-carbon or carbon-hydrogen bonds. Inorganic compounds do not contain these bonds and examples include salts, metals, and minerals.
Organic compounds typically contain carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds. Organic compounds are often associated with living organisms and are commonly found in biological systems.