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The OP is just pointing out that the rotting matter is organic in nature, which means it is made from hydrocarbons and not carbon.
by jussij 7y ago
The OP is just pointing out that the rotting matter is organic in nature, which means it is made from hydrocarbons and not carbon.
- TheSpiceIsLife 7y agoI would have thought that was obvious from the context, fair point though. Although I think carbohydrates is probably more accurate if we’re talking about decaying plant matter.
- ars 7y agoFatty acids are not carbohydrates, but are hydrocarbons. Lignin is also not normally considered a carbohydrate.
- TheSpiceIsLife 7y agoAh yep, that's definitely true. Thanks for point that out.