Chapter 1.1, Problem 4LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Five traditional areas of chemistry are to be identified.

Concept Introduction : Chemistry is the branch of science that examines the characteristics, make-up, and structure of substances, as well as the changes they go through, and the energy released or absorbed.

Answer to Problem 4LC

Pure chemistry is related to fundamental research in chemistry.

Applied chemistry is related to the application part of chemistry.

Explanation of Solution

Pure chemistry: A few chemists research the foundations of chemistry. Pure chemical research falls within this category. It is an interest in learning about chemistry for its own sake. The chemist does not anticipate that the knowledge will be immediately useful.

Applied chemistry: Research in applied chemistry is focused on a practical objective or application. In real-world situations, the two branches of chemistry are frequently connected. An application can exist before any research is conducted to describe how it functions, yet pure research can lead directly to an application.