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Chemistry

Chemistry is a branch of science focusing on the study of the properties, composition, and transformation of matter, exploring how substances combine, react, and create new materials. It is pivotal in developing medicines, materials, and understanding biological processes and environmental changes.
Sub-categories:

Analytical Chemistry involves analyzing substances to determine their composition and concentration of chemicals.

Biochemistry bridges biology and chemistry investigating chemical processes within and related to living organisms.

Inorganic Chemistry specializes in inorganic compounds, focusing on non-carbon based substances and metals.

Organic Chemistry examines carbon-containing compounds, including their structure, properties, and reactions.

Physical Chemistry explores how matter behaves on a molecular and atomic level and how chemical reactions occur.

Theoretical Chemistry uses mathematics and computers to understand and predict chemical behavior.

Materials Chemistry focuses on the design and synthesis of new materials with advanced functionality.

Environmental Chemistry studies chemical phenomena in the environment, often assessing pollution and its effects.

Industrial Chemistry applies chemical knowledge to the production and development of industrial products.

Medicinal Chemistry is at the intersection of chemistry and pharmacology, involved in the design and synthesis of pharmaceuticals.

Nuclear Chemistry focuses on the chemical aspects of nuclear reactions and radiation in materials.

Electrochemistry investigates the relationship between electricity and chemical changes.

Chemical Engineering combines chemistry with engineering to turn raw materials into usable products.

Supramolecular Chemistry examines how molecules combine and organize into larger complex structures.

Polymer Chemistry is concerned with the chemical synthesis and properties of polymers.

Quantum Chemistry applies quantum mechanics to understand the physical basis of chemical systems.