Branches of Chemistry:

The study of chemistry is commonly divided into eight major branches:

1. Physical Chemistry:

   The Branch of chemistry that deals with the laws and theories to understand the structure and changes of matter is called Physical Chemistry.

2. Organic Chemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the substances containing carbon is called Organic Chemistry.

   Note: However, some carbon compounds such as CO₂, CO. Carbonates and bicarbonates are studied in organic chemistry.

3. Inorganic Chemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the elements and their compounds except organic compounds is called Inorganic Chemistry.

4. Biochemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the physical and chemical changes that occurs in living organisms is called Biochemistry.

5. Industrial Chemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the methods and use of technology in the large-scale production of useful substances is called Industrial Chemistry.

6. Nuclear Chemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the changes that occurs in atomic nuclei is called Nuclear Chemistry.

7. Environmental Chemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the chemicals and toxic substances that pollute the environment and their adverse effects on human beings is called Environmental Chemistry.

8. Analytical Chemistry:

   The branch of chemistry that deals with the methods and instruments for determining the composition of matter is called Analytical Chemistry.