Applied chemistry
Applied Chemistry is a branch of chemistry that involves applying the principles and theories of chemistry to practical purposes. It is a multidisciplinary field that encompasses various sub-disciplines such as industrial chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, environmental chemistry, and biochemistry.
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Applied chemistry is the application of the principles and theories of chemistry to solve real-world problems. This field of chemistry is primarily concerned with the practical applications of chemistry, rather than the theoretical aspects. Applied chemists work in a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food and beverage, and environmental science.
Sub-disciplines[edit | edit source]
Industrial Chemistry[edit | edit source]
Industrial chemistry is a branch of applied chemistry that focuses on the development and optimization of chemical processes in industry. This includes the design of chemical reactors, the optimization of chemical reactions, and the scale-up of laboratory processes to industrial production.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry[edit | edit source]
Pharmaceutical chemistry is a branch of applied chemistry that involves the design and synthesis of therapeutic agents. This includes the study of drug discovery, drug design, and drug development.
Environmental Chemistry[edit | edit source]
Environmental chemistry is a branch of applied chemistry that focuses on the chemical processes in the environment. This includes the study of the chemical reactions, transport, effects, and fates of chemical species in the water, air, and soil environments.
Biochemistry[edit | edit source]
Biochemistry is a branch of applied chemistry that involves the study of chemical processes in living organisms. This includes the study of metabolism, protein structure and function, and genetic coding.
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