SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 45

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Water.

The primary distinction between organic and inorganic compounds lies in the presence of carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds. Organic compounds are typically defined as containing carbon atoms covalently bonded to hydrogen atoms. While water contains hydrogen, it lacks carbon altogether, which is why it falls under the category of inorganic compounds. Other common inorganic compounds include salts (like NaCl), acids (like HCl), and many minerals.