Kit 2 Materials: Branches of Chemistry Scavenger Hunt

Kit 2 Materials: Branches of Chemistry Scavenger Hunt [∞]

Laminated Chart: Branches of Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Definition: Study of carbon-containing compounds and their properties, reactions, and structures. Examples:

• Development of pharmaceuticals
• Creation of polymers (plastics)
• Perfumes and flavorings

Stinky

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Inorganic Chemistry

Definition: Study of non-organic compounds, including metals, minerals, and organometallics. Examples:

• Catalysts for industrial reactions
• Developing ceramics
• Studying crystal structures

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Physical Chemistry

Definition: Study of the physical properties and behaviors of matter, and how they interact with energy. Examples:

• Designing batteries and fuel cells
• Investigating reaction rates
• Spectroscopy techniques

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Analytical Chemistry

Definition: Study of matter to determine its composition and quantify its components. Examples:

• Forensic analysis in crime labs
• Water quality testing
• Food safety analysis

Titration experiment

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Biochemistry

Definition: Study of chemical processes within living organisms. Examples:

• DNA sequencing
• Understanding metabolism
• Enzyme research

Pineapple experiment

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Picture Cards of Real-World Examples

1. Medical Laboratory (Biochemistry) : A photo of a scientist analyzing blood samples under a microscope. [1]
2. Fuel Cell Car (Physical Chemistry) : A hydrogen-powered vehicle with an open fuel cell system. [2]
3. Food Production (Analytical Chemistry) : A factory processing food with quality control equipment. [3] [4]
4. Perfume Bottles (Organic Chemistry) : Display of perfumes made with aromatic organic compounds. [5]
5. Ceramic Tiles (Inorganic Chemistry) : Workers designing heat-resistant ceramic materials. [6]
6. Solar Panels (Physical Chemistry) : Engineers testing solar cells for efficiency. [7]
7. Pharmaceutical Lab (Biochemistry) : Researchers developing vaccines. [8]
8. Forensic Investigation (Analytical Chemistry) : Crime scene investigators analyzing chemical evidence. (1) .jpg
9. Metal Refining (Inorganic Chemistry) : A smelter refining metals into pure forms.[9]
10. Polymer Factory (Organic Chemistry) : Production line for biodegradable plastics.[10]