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Scientific Inquiry

Question 1 • 2026 Summer 305 CR_2002040-M/J Comprehensive Science 1

Which statements describe inorganic compounds? Check all that apply.Inorganic compounds contain carbon.Inorganic compounds usually lack carbon.Inorganic compounds are not associated with or made from living things.Inorganic compounds include fruits and vegetables.Inorganic compounds include salt and water.

Answer
A
Inorganic compounds contain carbon.
B
Inorganic compounds usually lack carbon.
C
Inorganic compounds are not associated with or made from living things.
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Inorganic compounds include fruits and vegetables.
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Inorganic compounds include salt and water.

Explanation

Inorganic compounds usually lack carbon, so B is correct; “usually” allows for exceptions such as carbonates. They are generally not associated with or made from living things, and common examples include salt and water. Fruits and vegetables come from living things, so they are not examples of inorganic compounds.

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