How are organic chemicals related to petrochemicals in the chemical industry?

Organic chemicals are derived from plants, while petrochemicals are derived from petroleum

Organic chemicals are synthetic, while petrochemicals are natural

Organic chemicals are biodegradable, while petrochemicals are non-biodegradable

Organic chemicals are carbon-based, while petrochemicals are silicon-based

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D. Organic chemicals are carbon-based, while petrochemicals are silicon-based

Solution:

Organic chemicals are carbon-based compounds derived from living organisms, while petrochemicals are derived from petroleum or natural gas and are also carbon-based. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Organic chemicals are carbon-based, while petrochemicals are silicon-based'.

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