Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes it undergoes. It deals with the composition, structure, and properties of matter. The main branches of chemistry include organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and theoretical chemistry. Chemistry can be done through basic research, applied research, or technological development. Basic research increases knowledge without a particular purpose, applied research solves problems, and technological development produces products that improve lives.

1. Introduction to chemistry and matterUnit 1

2. Matter and changeChapter 1 : Section 1Objectives :Define chemistryList examples of the branches of chemistryCompare and contrast basic research, applied research, and technological developmentChemistry – the study of the composition, structure, and properties of matter and the changes it undergoes

3. Chemistry deals with:What is that material made of?What is it’s makeup and internal arrangement?How does it behave and change when heated, cooled, or mixed with other materials and why does this occur?

4. Branches of chemistryOrganic chemistry – carbon containing compoundsInorganic chemistry – all substances not classified organicPhysical chemistry – properties and changes of matter and their relation to energyAnalytical chemistry – identification or the components and composition of materialsBiochemistry – substances and processes occurring in living thingsTheoretical chemistry – use of math and computers to understand principles of chemical behaviorDefine Chemical – any substance that has definite composition

5. Ways to do scienceBasic Research – carried out for the sake of increasing knowledge a. TeflonApplied Research – carried out to solve a problem a. new refrigerants to solve problem of ozone depletionTechnological Development – production and use of products that improve our quality of life a. computer, catalytic converter, biodegradable materials