… Overview Chemistry is the science of matter. Matter is defined as anything that can be touched, tasted, smelled, seen or felt that is made up of chemicals. Chemists transform everyday materials around us into amazing things. Chemistry students study the nature of all physical things, develop new products and process, or monitor process involved in making various products. Chemists typically work for private businesses, … nomenclature and problem solving. It can be used as a refresher course. This course emphasizes problem-solving skills as they apply to chemical principles. Topics include chemical measurements, significant figures, scientific notation, …