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 is considered the central science because it provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level.

<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 other applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<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>The main subjects of study in chemistry are the properties and behavior of matter, chemical elements, compounds made of atoms, molecules, and ions, their composition, structure, properties, behavior, and the changes they undergo during reactions with other substances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chemistry occupies an intermediate position between physics and biology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chemistry is sometimes 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 has existed under various names since ancient times and has evolved to encompass various areas of specialization or subdisciplines that continue to increase in number and interrelate to create further interdisciplinary fields of study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<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