3.2. Inorganic Compounds

Try these first

1. 1.

   What defines inorganic compounds?

   Hint

   Think about the general characteristics of organic versus inorganic.

2. 2.

   Give one example of a heavy metal.

   Hint

   Consider metals that are harmful.

3. 3.

   What defines inorganic compounds?

   • Contain carbon
   • Do not contain carbon
   • Are liquid at room temperature

   Hint

   Think about the main difference between organic and inorganic.

4. 4.

   True or False: Oxidation states influence the behavior of heavy metals.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how different oxidation levels can affect chemical interactions.

5. 5.

   Given a water sample suspected of heavy metal contamination, describe the analytical steps you would take to identify any pollutants?

   Hint

   Think about different analytical techniques commonly used in laboratories.

6. 6.

   Critically evaluate how pH might alter the bioavailability of a specific heavy metal in a river environment.

   Hint

   Explore how environmental factors can alter metal behavior in aquatic systems.