select the correct answer. which compound is inorganic?\na. c₆h₁₂o₆\nb. kh₂po₄\nc. ch₃cooh\nd. c₂h₆\ne. c₂h₅oh

select the correct answer. which compound is inorganic?\na. c₆h₁₂o₆\nb. kh₂po₄\nc. ch₃cooh\nd. c₂h₆\ne. c₂h₅oh

select the correct answer. which compound is inorganic?\na. c₆h₁₂o₆\nb. kh₂po₄\nc. ch₃cooh\nd. c₂h₆\ne. c₂h₅oh

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Recall organic compound definition

Organic compounds usually contain carbon - hydrogen bonds.

Step2: Analyze each option

  • Option A: $\mathrm{C_6H_{12}O_6}$ (glucose) has C - H bonds, is organic.
  • Option B: $\mathrm{KH_2PO_4}$ is a salt, no C - H bonds, is inorganic.
  • Option C: $\mathrm{CH_3COOH}$ (acetic acid) has C - H bonds, is organic.
  • Option D: $\mathrm{C_2H_6}$ (ethane) has C - H bonds, is organic.
  • Option E: $\mathrm{C_2H_5OH}$ (ethanol) has C - H bonds, is organic.

Answer:

B. $\mathrm{KH_2PO_4}$