Chapter 1

Define Chemistry.

Chemistry is the study of the composition, properties, structure and reactions of matter, and the changes they undergo.

7 fields of Chemistry.

Cosmochemistry - study of the universe. Femptochemistry - the area of physical chemistry that studies chemical reactions on extremely short timescales. Oenology - the study of wines. Petrochemistry - the study of rocks/oil. Phytochemistry - the study of plants. Thermochemistry - the study of heat. Sonochemistry - the study of sound.

7 rows/periods

Horizontal (left & right)

What are the 5 branches of Chemistry?

Inorganic, organic, bio, physical, and analytical chemistry.

How is Chemistry the central science?

It connects physics with other natural sciences such as astronomy, geology, and biology.

Metalloids

Silicon, Germanium, Arsenic, Antimony, Tellurium.

What separates Chemistry from the other sciences?

Synthesis is the major aspect that separates Chemistry from Physics and Biology.

How do Chemists communicate?

The main study of Chemistry and how Chemists communicate information is the chemical reaction.

18 groups/family/column

Vertical (up & down)