The manner in which physics can be applied to explain or solve chemical problems make up the important concepts of physical chemistry. Some of the branches of physical chemistry that study these problems are described below. The interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation is studied in the branch of physical chemistry known as spectroscopy. The… Continue reading Branches of Physical Chemistry
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The Macroscopic Scale
The macroscopic scale involves the substances that are large enough to be visible to the human eye (without the help of optical instruments to provide a magnified view). Some important quantities that are dealt with on the macroscopic scale include: Melting and boiling points The coefficient of linear thermal expansion Latent heat of vaporization Enthalpy… Continue reading The Macroscopic Scale
Introduction
Physical chemistry is the branch of chemistry devoted to the study of the behavior of matter at an atomic or molecular level. It also involves the study of the properties of substances at different scales, from the macroscopic scale which includes particles that are visible to the naked eye, to the subatomic scale involving extremely… Continue reading Introduction
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
Why is inorganic chemistry important? Catalysts, coatings, fuels, surfactants, fibers, superconductors, and drugs are researched and developed using inorganic chemistry. In inorganic chemistry important chemical reactions include double displacement reactions, acid-base reactions, and redox reactions. What is the scope of inorganic chemistry? Inorganic chemistry is the study of the inorganic or organometallic compound synthesis, structure,… Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
Applications of Inorganic Chemistry
Inorganic chemistry finds its high number of applications in various fields such as Biology, chemical, engineering, etc It is applied in the field of medicine and also in healthcare facilities. The most common application is the use of common salt or the compound Sodium hydroxide in our daily lives. Baking soda is used in the… Continue reading Applications of Inorganic Chemistry
Classification of Inorganic Compounds
The Inorganic compounds that are classified as: Acids Acids are those compounds that dissolve in water and generate hydrogen ions or H+ Ions. The examples of acids include Hydrochloric acid, citric acid, sulphuric acid, vinegar, etc. One example of the acidic reaction is shown below-Hydrochloric acid + water → H+ + Cl Bases A base is a type… Continue reading Classification of Inorganic Compounds
Some chapters come under Inorganic Chemistry
(a) Organometallic Chemistry Organometallic Chemistry, an interdisciplinary science in Inorganic Chemistry, has grown at a phenomenal pace during the last three to four decades. On the academic plane, efforts to elucidate the nature of bonds in the ever increasing list of exciting organometallic compounds have led to a clearer understanding of the nature and variety… Continue reading Some chapters come under Inorganic Chemistry
Meaning of Chemistry
Chemistry is the study of the substances of which matter is composed. Chemistry is heavily experimental because you can only study reductions if you totally mix substances together. Luckily, you don’t need to risk your health and safety to understand chemistry better because brave scientists already did. There are over a hundred elements that make… Continue reading Meaning of Chemistry
What is Inorganic Chemistry?
The word organic refers to the compounds which contain the carbon atoms in it. So the branch of chemistry that deals with the study of compounds, which does not consist of carbon-hydrogen atoms in it, is called ‘Inorganic Chemistry.’ In simple words, it is opposite to that of Organic Chemistry. The substances which do not have carbon-hydrogen bonding… Continue reading What is Inorganic Chemistry?
Which industries hire organic chemists?
Which industries hire organic chemists? Biotechnology Virtually all biotechnology (“biotech”) products are the result of organic chemistry. Biotech involves using living organisms and bioprocesses to create or modify products for a specific use. For example, a biotech company might produce seeds for crops that are disease-resistant, or plants that are drought-resistant. Common employment areas in… Continue reading Which industries hire organic chemists?