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Chemistry is the study of matter, its properties, and their interactions. Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space; so basically, everything around you!

Chemistry bridges many other sciences, such as Physics and Biology, and it is truly a building block for learning about our world. There are many branches of Chemistry, and each serves a distinct function. (If you want to learn more, head over to our "Branches of Chemistry" section!)

And remember, you matter!

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