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What does chemistry study?
What does chemistry study?
- Properties and behavior of light
- Properties and behavior of matter (correct)
- Properties and behavior of energy
- Properties and behavior of sound
In relation to other sciences, where does chemistry position itself?
In relation to other sciences, where does chemistry position itself?
- Parallel position to physics and biology
- Secondary position below physics and biology
- Primary position above physics and biology
- Intermediate position between physics and biology (correct)
Why is chemistry sometimes called the central science?
Why is chemistry sometimes called the central science?
- It is the oldest scientific discipline
- It has the widest scope of study
- It provides a foundation for understanding basic and applied scientific disciplines (correct)
- It has the most complex theories
In what ways does chemistry contribute to other scientific disciplines?
In what ways does chemistry contribute to other scientific disciplines?
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How are the applications of various fields of chemistry utilized?
How are the applications of various fields of chemistry utilized?
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What is an alkali in chemistry?
What is an alkali in chemistry?
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What is the pH of a solution of a soluble base?
What is the pH of a solution of a soluble base?
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What is the origin of the word 'alkali'?
What is the origin of the word 'alkali'?
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What is potash composed mostly of?
What is potash composed mostly of?
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What was traditionally used in conjunction with animal fats to produce soft soaps?
What was traditionally used in conjunction with animal fats to produce soft soaps?
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