chemical
chemical Lexical Profile
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• adjective
Relating to chemistry, or the interactions and properties of substances as studied in chemistry.
"Photosynthesis is a complex chemical process that converts light energy into sugars."
Produced by or using industrial chemistry rather than occurring naturally; synthetic or artificial.
"The farmers decided to transition away from chemical fertilizers in favor of organic compost."
• noun
A distinct compound or substance, especially one that has been artificially prepared or purified.
"All laboratory personnel must wear protective goggles when handling hazardous chemicals."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 16th century as a shortened alteration of "alchemical," ultimately tracing back through Medieval Latin and Arabic "al-kīmiyā'" to Ancient Greek "khymeia," the art of alloying metals.