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In 1828, Friedrich Wöhler effectively disproved the Vital Force Theory by synthesizing urea. Which sGOC and Organic Chemistry Basics Chemistry Question

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In 1828, Friedrich Wöhler effectively disproved the Vital Force Theory by synthesizing urea. Which specific inorganic compound mixture did he heat to achieve this?

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

Wöhler prepared ammonium cyanate ($NH_4CNO$) by heating a mixture of ammonium chloride ($NH_4Cl$) and potassium cyanate ($KCNO$). The $NH_4CNO$ subsequently rearranged upon heating to form the organic compound urea ($NH_2CONH_2$).

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