Chemistry is the scientific study of matter's properties and behavior. It's a physical science that examines the chemical elements that make up matter and compounds.
Chemistry deals with the following topics: Composition and structure: The study of the composition, structure, and properties of substances Transformations: The study of the transformations substances undergo Energy: The study of the energy that is released or absorbed during these processes
Some branches of chemistry include: Organic chemistry: The study of chemical compounds that contain carbon. Organic chemists study the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of such compounds. Physical chemistry: The study of the physical characteristics, or properties, of molecules. Physical chemistry blends the principles of physics and chemistry. Biochemistry: The study of the chemistry of living systems. Biochemistry involves the use of principles of general chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and physical chemistry. Theoretical chemistry: The study of chemistry via fundamental theoretical reasoning (usually within mathematics or physics).
The application of quantum mechanics to chemistry is called quantum chemistry. Other branches of chemistry include: Inorganic chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Stereochemistry, Geochemistry, Forensic chemistry
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Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry
Engineering Chemistry
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