Question
Write the difference between organic and inorganic compounds with respect to (i) Melting point (ii) solubility (iii) Electrical conductivity.
Answer
(i) Melting point:
- Organic compounds generally have lower melting points than inorganic compounds.
- This is due to weak intermolecular forces between organic molecules compared to strong ionic or covalent bonds in inorganic compounds.
(ii) Solubility:
- Organic compounds are generally more soluble in nonpolar solvents such as benzene, toluene, and hexane.
- Inorganic compounds are generally more soluble in polar solvents such as water.
- This is due to the polarity of the compounds and the solvent used.
(iii) Electrical conductivity:
- Inorganic compounds are generally good conductors of electricity in their molten or aqueous state.
- Organic compounds are generally poor conductors of electricity.
