noun
chemistry
The study of substances and their interactions.
In chemistry class, the students study how substances react with one another.
Etymology
The older root names alchemy. Chemistry continued its investigation of substances while developing into the systematic study of their composition, properties, and reactions.
More examples
- She earns a degree in chemistry.
- The two actors have convincing romantic chemistry.
- Their easy chemistry makes them effective partners on the project.
Forms
chemistry · chemistries
Similar words
- biology
- Biology studies living things; chemistry studies substances and their reactions.