chemistry
Chemistry (noun) means the branch of science concerned with the composition, properties, and reactions of substances. Example: “She's studying chemistry at university.”
How to Use Chemistry
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe science of substances and their reactions, or informally, an obvious rapport between people.
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Etymology
Traces back through alchemy to Arabic al-kīmiyāʔ, itself rooted in Ancient Greek khumeia ("art of alloying metals").
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What does “chemistry” mean?
The word “chemistry” means the branch of science concerned with the composition, properties, and reactions of substances. In plain terms, the science of substances and their reactions, or informally, an obvious rapport between people.
How do you pronounce “chemistry”?
“Chemistry” is pronounced KEHM-ih-stree (/ˈkɛm.ɪ.stɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “chemistry” in a sentence?
Here is “chemistry” used in a sentence: “She's studying chemistry at university.”
What part of speech is “chemistry”?
“Chemistry” is a noun.
Where does the word “chemistry” come from?
The word “chemistry” comes from Ancient Greek. Traces back through alchemy to Arabic al-kīmiyāʔ, itself rooted in Ancient Greek khumeia ("art of alloying metals").
Is “chemistry” a common word?
“Chemistry” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “chemistry” have?
“Chemistry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the branch of science concerned with the composition, properties, and reactions of substances.
What is the difference between chemistry and physics?
Chemistry studies the composition, properties, and reactions of substances, focusing on how matter changes and combines. Physics is broader, examining matter, energy, motion, and the fundamental forces that govern the universe.
What is the difference between chemistry and biology?
Chemistry deals with substances, their structure, and their reactions, while biology studies living organisms and life processes. Biochemistry is the overlapping field that applies chemistry to living things.
What are common collocations with 'chemistry'?
In science you often see organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and a chemistry lab. For the human sense, common phrases include personal chemistry, good chemistry, and on-screen chemistry.
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