Chapter 1, Problem 2STP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : The analytical chemistry among the given options is to be identified.

Concept Introduction : Chemistry is the study of the makeup of matter and the transformations that it goes through.

Answer to Problem 2STP

Option (c) is the correct answer.

Explanation of Solution

Chemistry is the study of the makeup of matter and the transformations that it goes through.

Analytical chemistry is the field of research that focuses on the makeup of matter.

Measuring the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is an activity that would fall under this category of chemistry.

Among the given options, only option (c) gives information about the substance (paint chips).

Conclusion

Reasons for incorrect options:

The options (a), (b), and (d) are irrelevant to analytical chemistry.