organic compound
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A chemical compound that contains carbon, usually combined with hydrogen, and often found in or associated with living things.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
inorganic compound
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Methane is one of the simplest _____, made of just one carbon atom and four hydrogens."
Answer: organic compound
In your own words, what does "organic compound" mean?
A chemical compound that contains carbon, usually combined with hydrogen, and often found in or associated with living things.
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