chemical
UK: ˈkemɪk(ə)l | US: ˈkemɪk(ə)l
adj. relating to chemistry or the interactions of substances
n. a distinct compound or substance produced by or used in chemical processes
The word "chemical" traces back to the Late Latin alchimia (alchemy), which itself derived from the Greek khēmeia (art of transmuting metals). The morpheme chem preserves this ancient connection to alchemy, while -ical (from Latin -icalis) forms adjectives. Over time, "chemical" evolved from mystical alchemy to the modern scientific study of matter and its transformations.
The chemical reaction produced a bright blue flame.
She works in a lab analyzing chemical compounds.
Avoid mixing these chemicals without proper safety gear.
The factory was fined for dumping chemical waste.
His research focuses on chemical bonding in organic molecules.