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A basic science concerned with the structure and behaviour of atoms (elements); the composition and properties of compounds; the reactions that occur between substances and the resultant energy exchange and the laws that unite these phenomena into a comprehensive system.
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| chemiluminescence |
Chemiluminescence is the production of light photons by a chemical or electrochemical reaction. Chemiluminescence usually involves the oxidation of an organic compound such as luminol or acridinium esters by an oxidant such as hydrogen peroxide or hypochlorite. Chemiluminescent reactions occur in the presence of catalysts such as alkaline phosphatase, horseradish peroxidase, metal ions or metal complexes.
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| chemical peeling |
The application of a chemical solution to improve the texture of facial skin by removing its dulled or damaged outer layers. Phenol, trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and high strength Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) are often used for this purpose.
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| chemisorption |
A process, related to adsorption, in which atoms or molecules of reacting substances are held to the surface atoms of a catalyst by electrostatic forces having about the same strength as chemical bonds. Chemisorption differs from adsorption chiefly in the strength of the bonding, which is much stronger in chemisorption.
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| chemical dependency |
A condition of psychological and/or physiological dependence upon or addiction to alcohol, psychoactive drugs, or medication, which results in functional (physical, cognitive, mental, affective, social, or behavioral) impairment wherein behavioral health services can reasonably be anticipated to result in improvement.
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