Trisha Nuñez
Trisha Nuñez
Nuñez
Subject/Year:Gen.Chemistry 3rd year BSM
1. Give the importance of studying chemistry? -Ans: Chemistry is the study of matter and its
interactions. It helps us understand the composition, properties, and changes of
everything around us, from the air we breathe to the food we eat. This understanding
helps us make sense of natural phenomena and everyday materials.It also plays plays a
crucial role in the development of new materials, medicines, and technologies.
2. Differentiate the branches of chemistry..Ans: Chemistry is a diverse field with several
branches, each focusing on different aspects of matter and its interactions.
1. Organic Chemistry
- The study of carbon-containing compounds and their properties, structures, reactions, and
synthesis.
2. Inorganic Chemistry
- The study of inorganic compounds, primarily those that do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.
3. Physical Chemistry
- The study of the physical principles underlying chemical systems and processes, combining
chemistry with physics.
4. Analytical Chemistry
- The study of the composition of substances and the development of tools and techniques to
measure and analyze matter.
5. Biochemistry
-The study of chemical processes within and related to living organisms, combining chemistry
with biology.
6. Environmental Chemistry
- The study of chemical processes occurring in the environment and their effects on the
ecosystem.
7. Industrial Chemistry
- The application of chemical knowledge to industrial processes for the production of chemicals
and materials on a large scale.
8. Theoretical Chemistry
- The use of mathematics and computational methods to understand and predict chemical
behavior.
9. Nuclear Chemistry
- The study of radioactive elements, nuclear reactions, and their applications.
10. Materials Chemistry*
- The study of the properties and applications of materials, including polymers, ceramics, metals,
and nanomaterials.
Each branch of chemistry provides unique insights and tools to explore different facets of matter,
their transformations, and their applications across various industries and scientific fields.