CHEMISM

Etymology

Noun

chemism (plural chemisms)

(obsolete, chemistry) chemical attraction

Source: Wiktionary


Chem"ism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. chimisme. See Chemistry.]

Definition: The force exerted between the atoms of elementary substance whereby they unite to form chemical compounds; chemical attaction; affinity; -- sometimes used as a general expression for chemical activity or relationship.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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