Introduction to Chemistry

Flashcards covering key concepts, definitions, and branches of chemistry.

Chemistry

The study of particles that make up matter and the changes that the particles can undergo.

Matter

Any substance that has mass and occupies space.

Analytical Chemistry

The branch of chemistry that involves investigating what substances are made of.

Physical Chemistry

The branch of chemistry that examines the link between physics and chemistry.

Organic Chemistry

The study of compounds that contain carbon.

Inorganic Chemistry

The study of substances that do not contain carbon.

Biochemistry

The study of chemical processes within and related to living organisms.

Fractional Distillation

A separation technique that separates mixtures into its component parts based on different boiling points.

Metabolism

The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms, encompassing catabolism and anabolism.

Lab Safety

Guidelines to ensure safety in a laboratory environment, including not eating or drinking and proper handling of chemicals.