inorganic compound

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Noun inorganic compound has 1 sense

inorganic compound - any compound that does not contain carbon
--₁ is a kind of compound, chemical compound
--₁ has particulars: carbide

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Inorganic Compound

Description:

An inorganic compound is a substance that does not contain carbon, typically of mineral origin. These compounds are vital in various scientific fields such as chemistry, geology, and materials science.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech:

Noun

Definition:

A chemical compound that lacks carbon atoms and is not primarily produced by living organisms.

Example Sentence:

The inorganic compound sodium chloride (NaCl), commonly known as table salt, is used in cooking and food preservation.

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Part of Speech:

Adjective

Definition:

Referring to or characteristic of inorganic compounds.

Example Sentence:

The inorganic compound nature of the rock indicates its formation without the involvement of living organisms.