Chapter 22, Problem 47A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The starting materials for formation of most of the synthetic organic compounds need to be determined.

Concept introduction:

An organic compound is a compound which is mainly composed of carbon atoms covalently bonded with H atoms.

Explanation of Solution

A synthetic organic compound is man-made organic compound. The organic compound is defined as compound made up of carbon atoms. Here, one or more carbon atoms are covalently bonded to each other. The other elements commonly present are hydrogen, oxygen or nitrogen atoms. Thus, the starting material used for the formation of most of the synthetic organic compounds is carbon atoms.