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Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction of aqueous potassium hydroxide with aqueous iron(III) chloride to form solid iron(III) hydroxide and aqueous potassium chloride.
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Ch.3 - Molecules, Compounds & Chemical Equations
Chapter 3, Problem 113
Classify each compound as organic or inorganic: a. CaCO3 b. C4H8 c. C4H6O6 d. LiF
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Identify the definition of organic and inorganic compounds. Organic compounds primarily contain carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen atoms, often with other elements like oxygen, nitrogen, etc. Inorganic compounds typically do not have carbon-hydrogen bonds.
Examine compound a: \( \text{CaCO}_3 \). This compound contains calcium, carbon, and oxygen. It is a salt and does not have carbon-hydrogen bonds, classifying it as inorganic.
Examine compound b: \( \text{C}_4\text{H}_8 \). This compound consists solely of carbon and hydrogen, which are typical of organic compounds. Therefore, it is classified as organic.
Examine compound c: \( \text{C}_4\text{H}_6\text{O}_6 \). This compound contains carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. The presence of carbon and hydrogen together suggests it is an organic compound.
Examine compound d: \( \text{LiF} \). This compound consists of lithium and fluorine, with no carbon present. It is classified as inorganic.
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