Q: Compounds that contain mainly the elements carbon and hydrogen are called what kind of compounds? Read this paragraph and choose the correct option from the provided answers: Compounds that contain mainly the elements carbon and hydrogen are called organic compounds . This is because they are found mainly in living organisms. Most organic compounds are held together by covalent bonds. An example of an organic compound is glucose (C 6 H 12 O 6 ), which is shown in Figure below . Glucose is a simple sugar that living cells use for energy. All other compounds are called inorganic compounds. Water is an example of an inorganic compound. Choices: - microscopic compounds - reactive compounds - natural compounds - organic compounds A:
The answer to this question is:
organic compounds