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CO is an ______ compound. - Chemistry

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Question

\[\ce{CO}\] is an ______ compound.

Options

  • organic

  • inorganic

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Solution

\[\ce{CO}\] is an inorganic compound.

Explanation:

Carbon monoxide (\[\ce{CO}\]) is considered an inorganic compound because it does not contain hydrogen and does not follow the typical structure of organic compounds. It is classified as an inorganic oxide of carbon and is commonly found in combustion processes.

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Chapter 12: Organic Chemistry - EXERCISE - 12A [Page 195]

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Selina Concise Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 12 Organic Chemistry
EXERCISE - 12A | Q 4. (f) | Page 195
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