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Which characteristic defines minerals as inorganic nutrients?
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1. Intro to General Chemistry
Classification of Matter
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Which statement is true about inorganic compounds?
A
Inorganic compounds are only found in living organisms.
B
Inorganic compounds typically do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.
C
Inorganic compounds are always composed of metals.
D
Inorganic compounds are always gases at room temperature.
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Begin by understanding the definition of inorganic compounds. Inorganic compounds are generally defined as compounds that do not contain carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds.
Consider the statement 'Inorganic compounds are only found in living organisms.' Inorganic compounds are found in both living and non-living systems, so this statement is false.
Evaluate the statement 'Inorganic compounds typically do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.' This is true because inorganic compounds usually lack C-H bonds, distinguishing them from organic compounds.
Analyze the statement 'Inorganic compounds are always composed of metals.' While many inorganic compounds do contain metals, they can also include nonmetals, so this statement is not universally true.
Assess the statement 'Inorganic compounds are always gases at room temperature.' Inorganic compounds can exist in various states, including solids, liquids, and gases, at room temperature, making this statement false.
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