Question

which of the following is an example of organic matter? a. sugar, which is made mostly of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen b. salt, which is made of sodium and chloride c. water, which is made of oxygen and hydrogen d. air, which is made mostly of oxygen, carbon, and nitrogen

Explanation:

Organic matter contains carbon - hydrogen bonds. Sugar, with carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, is an organic compound. Salt (sodium chloride) is an inorganic compound. Water (H₂O) is inorganic. Air is a mixture of gases and is inorganic.

Answer:

A. Sugar, which is made mostly of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen