Inorganic
/ˌɪnɔˈrɡænɪk/
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Definition
(adj) Relating to a compound that does not contain carbon.
Sentence Examples
Water and mineral salts are inorganic substances.
How do organic proteins and nucleic acids emerge from inorganic matter?
CEFR Practice Quiz
Chemistry students learn about the properties of ____ compounds that do not contain any carbon atoms.