What are the differences between organic and inorganic solvents?

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Basis of differentiation

Organic solvents

Inorganic solvents

Definition

Are carbon-based compounds that are able to dissolve other organic materials

Are chemical substances composed of elements other than carbon, typically comprising two or more different elements

Solubility in water

Are generally not soluble in water

Are highly soluble in water

Formation of salts

Do not form salts due to the presence of carbon

Readily form salts

Toxicity

Some organic solvents can be toxic or harmful

Generally less toxic compared to organic solvents

Flammability

Are highly flammable

Are typically not flammable

Basis of differentiation	Organic solvents	Inorganic solvents
Definition	Are carbon-based compounds that are able to dissolve other organic materials	Are chemical substances composed of elements other than carbon, typically comprising two or more different elements
Solubility in water	Are generally not soluble in water	Are highly soluble in water
Formation of salts	Do not form salts due to the presence of carbon	Readily form salts
Toxicity	Some organic solvents can be toxic or harmful	Generally less toxic compared to organic solvents
Flammability	Are highly flammable	Are typically not flammable