Definitions
- Describing substances that do not contain carbon. - Referring to minerals, rocks, and other non-living matter. - Talking about chemical compounds that are not derived from living organisms.
- Describing substances that are man-made or artificially produced. - Referring to materials that are created through chemical processes. - Talking about products that are not naturally occurring or are made by combining different substances.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe substances that are not naturally occurring.
- 2Both words are used to describe materials that are created through chemical processes.
- 3Both words are commonly used in scientific contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: Inorganic refers to substances that do not contain carbon, while synthetic can contain carbon and other elements.
- 2Purpose: Inorganic substances have a wide range of uses, including in medicine, agriculture, and industry, while synthetic substances are often used in manufacturing and consumer products.
- 3Production: Inorganic substances are typically obtained through mining or extraction, while synthetic substances are produced through chemical reactions.
- 4Environmental impact: Inorganic substances are often considered more environmentally friendly than synthetic substances, which can have negative impacts on the environment.
Remember this!
While both inorganic and synthetic describe substances that are not naturally occurring, they differ in their composition, origin, purpose, production, and environmental impact. Inorganic refers to substances that do not contain carbon and are naturally occurring, while synthetic substances are man-made or artificially produced and can contain carbon and other elements. Inorganic substances have a wide range of uses, while synthetic substances are often used in manufacturing and consumer products.
