Introduction to Chemistry: Global Foundations and the Philippine Scientific Landscape

Vocabulary flashcards covering the definitions and specific Philippine contexts of chemistry as presented in the lecture.

Chemistry

The study of matter, its composition, properties, and the transformations it undergoes; often called the central science as it bridges biology, physics, and environmental science.

Natural Products Chemistry

A branch of chemistry where scientists isolate active compounds from local plants, such as extracting medicinal properties from indigenous flora.

Lagundi (Vitex negundo)

A local Philippine plant used in cough medicine through the isolation of the active compound chrysoplenol D.

Chrysoplenol D

The specific active compound isolated from Lagundi ($Vitex\,negundo$) used for cough medicine.

Clean Water Act

A specific environmental law in the Philippines that chemists help enforce by testing for heavy metals and pH levels in bodies of water like Manila Bay.

Boysen Paint

A local industry leader in the Philippines known for developing eco-friendly, lead-free coatings suited for a tropical climate.

Philippine Chemical Industry Roadmap

A strategic plan that targets a Global Market Foothold by the year $2030$ to contribute significantly to the nation's GDP.

R.A. 10657

Known as the Chemistry Law, it is the legislation that regulates the practice of chemistry in the Philippines.

Registered Chemist (RCh)

A professional title granted to individuals who pass the PRC Board Licensure exam, allowing them to lead research, R&D, and lab management.

Chemical Technicians

Support roles in the chemistry profession that require a minimum of $30$ units of Chemistry.

Cebuano Industries: Semiconductors

An industry located in Mactan that manufactures high-precision chips using high-purity chemical etching processes.

VCO and Oleochemicals

High-value products transformed from raw coconut for international export within the Philippine chemical sector.

PDEA and PNP Forensics Lab

Specific Philippine government employers where chemists work as Trace Analysts or Drug Chemists.

Unilab and San Miguel

Large Philippine companies (FMCG and Logistics) that utilize chemical analysis to ensure products are safe, effective, and consistent.