Organic compounds are those that contain carbon and hydrogen atoms, as well as other elements such as oxygen or nitrogen. They are typically associated with living organisms because they form the basis of many biological molecules like proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. However, the term "organic" is also used in chemistry to describe any compound that contains carbon, regardless of its origin or use. Organic compounds can be found in various areas such as agriculture (fertilizers), pharmaceuticals (medications), and cosmetics (moisturizing creams).