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Chemistry

UK /["/ˈkemɪstri/"]/US /["/ˈkemɪstri/"]/

Definition

the scientific study of the structure of substances, how they react when combined or in contact with one another, and how they behave under different conditions

In simple words: The study of substances and how they change.

Examples

  • Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes it undergoes.
  • In our chemistry class, we learned how to mix different substances safely.
  • The chemistry between the two scientists led to a groundbreaking discovery.
  • My favorite subject in school is chemistry because I enjoy experiments.
  • Chemistry can explain why some materials react violently when combined.

Usage notes

Used in academic and scientific contexts. It’s appropriate in education settings or when discussing science, but less common in casual conversations unless related to a specific topic like cooking.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'chemist' mixing 'chemicals' in a lab!

Collocations

  • analytical
  • applied
  • theoretical
  • set
  • blood
  • soil
  • water
  • personal
  • sexual
  • chemistry between

Synonyms

  • science
  • chemical science
  • natural science

Antonyms

  • non-science
  • ignorance

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'chemical' as a subject.
  • Mispronounced as 'chem-iss-tree'.
  • Overused in non-science conversations.