Which of the following is better classified as an inorganic compound than an organic compound? A)CH₃Cl B)CH₃OH C)CH₂O D)Na₂CO₃ E)C₂H₆

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The presence of the element sodium (Na) in compound D indicates that it is more likely to be an inorganic compound. Additionally, the presence of COS (carbonyl sulfide) instead of a carbon-carbon bond also suggests that it is inorganic. The other compounds, A, B, C, and E, all contain carbon-carbon bonds and are therefore more likely to be organic compounds.

Which of the Following Is Better Classified as an Inorganic