Chemistry is the science that deals with the structure and composition of matter and the chemical reactions

that are responsible for changing the state and properties of matter. Chemistry is the science of atoms, molecules, crystals and other aggregates of matter and the chemical processes that change their energy and entropy levels as also their structure and composition. Chemistry has been subdivided into distinct disciplines that deal with specific branches of chemistry. The different branches deal with different aspects of the study of matter. Take a look at them. Organic Chemistry: This branch of chemistry deals with the study of the organic matter. The substances that primarily consist of carbon and hydrogen are termed as organic. The discipline that deals with the study of the structure, composition and the chemical properties of organic compounds is known as organic chemistry. This branch also deals with the chemical reactions that are used in the preparation of organic chemical compounds. Inorganic Chemistry: It is the branch of chemistry that relates to the structure, composition and behavior of inorganic compounds. All the substances other than the carbon-hydrogen compounds are classified under the group of inorganic substances. Oxides, sulfides and carbonates form the important classes of inorganic compounds. Industrial inorganic chemistry deals with the branch of applied science such as the manufacture of fertilizers, while the descriptive inorganic chemistry deals with the classification of compounds based on their properties. Analytical Chemistry: This is a very important branch of chemistry that deals with the analysis of the chemical properties of natural and man-made materials. The study does not restrict itself to any particular type of chemical compounds. Instrumental analysis is a prominent part of modern analytical chemistry. Analytical chemistry primarily deals with the study of the chemicals present in a substance, in what quantity they are, and how they define the chemical properties of the substance. Physical Chemistry: This branch of chemistry applies the theories of physics to atoms and subatomic particles. When physical chemistry is applied to the chemical interaction between atoms and subatomic particles, the study is known by the name, quantum mechanics. It is a relatively vast field that deals with intermolecular forces, rates of chemical reactions as well the conductivity of different materials. Biochemistry: This discipline of chemistry represents a peep of biology into chemistry. It deals with the structure and behavior of the components of cells and the chemical processes in living beings. The complex and large biomolecules are usually composed of similar units that repeat. The complex molecules are known as polymers and the basic units they are composed of, are known as monomers. Biochemistry deals with the study of cellular constituents like proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids as also the chemical processes that occur in cells. Nuclear Chemistry: It is a popular and one of the very important branches of chemistry that studies radioactivity. It revolves around the study of the nuclear properties of and the chemical processes in radioactive substances. This branch also covers the study of the equipment used for the performance of nuclear processes. The effects of the absorption of radiation, the production and use of radioactive materials and radiotherapy come under this branch of chemistry. Nuclear chemistry also deals with the non-radioactive areas of life. Chemistry is a very vast subject as it delves into the enormity of the universe. While dealing with the study of the structure and behavior of matter, it makes an attempt to encompass the study of the fundamental units that make up the universe.

Overview of the 5 Branches of Chemistry

Organic Chemistry - the study of carbon and its compounds; the study of the chemistry of life. Inorganic Chemistry - the study of compounds not-covered by organic chemistry; the study of inorganic compounds or compounds which do not contain a C-H bond. Many inorganic compounds are those which contain metals. Analytical Chemistry - the study of the chemistry of matter and the development of tools used to measure properties of matter. Physical Chemistry - the branch of chemistry that applies physics to the study of chemistry. Commonly this includes the applications of thermodynamics and quantum mechanics to chemistry. Biohemistry - the study of chemical processes that occur inside of living organisms.

biology
[bahy-ol-uh-jee] Show IPA noun

1. the science of life or living matter in all its forms andphenomena, especially with ref erence to origin, growth,reproduction, structure, and behavior.

physics
[fiz-iks] Show IPA noun ( used with a singular verb )

the science that deals with matter, energy, motion, and force.

astronomy
[uh-stron-uh-mee] Show IPA noun

the science that deals with the material universe beyond theearth's atmosphere.

geology
[jee-ol-uh-jee] Show IPA noun, plural geologies.

1. the science that deals with the dynamics and physicalhistory of the earth, the rocks of which it is composed, andthe physical, chemical, and biological changes that the earthhas undergone or is undergoing.

psychology
[sahy-kol-uh-jee] Show IPA noun, plural psychologies.

1. the science of the mind or of mental states and processes. 2. the science of human and animal behavior. 3. the sum or characteristics of the mental states andprocesses of a person or class of persons, or of the mentalstates and processes involved in a field of activity: thepsyc hology of a soldier; the psychology of politics.

meteorology
[mee-tee-uh-rol-uh-jee] Show IPA noun

1. the science dealing with the atmosphere and its phenomena,including weather and climate. 2. the atmospheric conditions and weather of an area.

medicine
[med-uh-sin or, especially Brit., med-suhn] Show IPA noun, verb, medicined, medicining. noun

1. any substance or substances used in treating disease orillness; medicament; remed y. 2. the art or science of restoring or preserving health or duephysical condition, as by means of drugs, surgical operationsor appliances, or manipulations: often divided in to medicineproper, surgery, and obstetrics. 3. the art or science of treating disease with drugs or curativesubstances, as distinguis hed from surgery and obstetrics. 4. the medical profession.

nurse
[nurs] Show IPA noun, verb, nursed,nursing.

1. a person formally educated and trained in the care of thesick or infirm. Compare nu rse-midwife, nurse-practitioner,physician's assistant, practical nurse, registered nurse.

nutrition
[noo-trish-uhn, nyoo-] Show IPA noun

1.

the act or process of nourishing or of being nourished. 2. the science or study of, or a course of study in, nutrition,especially of humans. 3. the process by which organisms take in and utilize foodmaterial. 4. food; nutriment. 5. the pursuit of this science as an occupation or profession.