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INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY
Concepts and Critical Thinking Seventh Edition by Charles H. Corwin
Evolution of Chemistry
The Greeks believed in four basic elements:
1. Air
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Modern Chemistry
Chemistry is a science that studies the composition of matter and its properties. Chemistry is divided into several branches:
Organic chemistry is the study of substances containing carbon. Inorganic chemistry is the study of all other substances that dont contain carbon. Biochemistry is the study of substances derived from plants and animals. Green chemistry is the design of chemical processes that reduce waste and hazardous substances
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Table salt is necessary for the human body, but too much can cause high blood pressure
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Learning Chemistry
Different people learn chemistry differently. What do you see in the picture? Some people see a vase on a dark background; some people see two faces.
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Problem Solving
Connect the dots using only four straight lines. Experiment until you find a solution.
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Chapter Summary
Scientists use the scientific method to investigate the world around them. Experiments lead to a hypothesis, which may lead to a scientific theory or a natural law. Chemistry is a central science with many branches.
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