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chemistry

noun

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Meaning

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The scientific study of the properties, composition, and structure of substances and how they change.

Example Sentence

She is taking a chemistry class to learn about the building blocks of matter and how they interact.

Usage Note

Understanding chemistry helps explain how everyday substances work, from cooking and cleaning to medicine and materials science, and is fundamental to many scientific and technical careers.