Introduction to Chemistry

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

Chemistry studies the chemical elements that make up matter and compounds made of atoms, molecules and ions.

Chemistry provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level.

<p>The applications of various fields of chemistry are used frequently for economic purposes in the chemical industry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chemistry explains aspects of plant growth, the formation of igneous rocks, how medications work, and how to collect DNA evidence at a crime scene, among others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The chemical elements that make up matter and compounds made of atoms, molecules, and ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aspects of plant growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Various areas of specialization or subdisciplines</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Economic purposes in the chemical industry</p> Signup and view all the answers