Question

select the correct answer. which compound is inorganic? a. $c_6h_{12}o_6$ b. $kh_2po_4$ c. $ch_3cooh$ d. $c_2h_6$ e. $c_2h_5oh$

Explanation:

Inorganic compounds typically lack carbon-hydrogen (C-H) covalent bonds, while organic compounds are defined by containing such bonds.

• Option A ($\text{C}_6\text{H}_{12}\text{O}_6$), Option C ($\text{CH}_3\text{COOH}$), Option D ($\text{C}_2\text{H}_6$), and Option E ($\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{OH}$) all contain C-H bonds, classifying them as organic.
• Option B ($\text{KH}_2\text{PO}_4$) has no C-H bonds, so it is inorganic.

Answer:

B. $\text{KH}_2\text{PO}_4$