Chemistry Quiz

Chemistry is the scientific study of the properties and behavior of matter.

Chemistry covers the elements that make up matter to the compounds made of atoms, molecules and ions: their composition, structure, properties, behavior, and the changes they undergo during a reaction with other substances.

Chemistry addresses the nature of chemical bonds in chemical compounds.

<p>Chemistry is called the central science because it provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chemistry is applied in other scientific disciplines such as botany (explaining aspects of plant growth), geology (formation of igneous rocks), ecology (formation of atmospheric ozone and degradation of environmental pollutants), cosmochemistry (properties of soil on the moon), pharmacology (how medications work), and DNA collection.</p> Signup and view all the answers