What is the contribution of chemistry in the following fields?
(a) Cosmetics th) Chemicals (c) Medicines () Food and agriculture
Answers
Answer:
A-Cosmetics : The use of talcum powder, skincare creams, lipsticks, eyes and facial make up, deodorants, lotions, perfumes, bathing oil, body butter, baby products, etc.
C-Medicines:Aspirin, paracetamol, antibiotics like penicillin, tetracyline, antiseptics and various other medicines used to kill germs and cure diseases and their symptoms
D-Chemistry has been successful in the production of pesticides which have minimized the crop damage by pesticides. Depending on the targeted pest, pesticides include fungicides, pediculicides, herbicides, biocides, and insecticides. The use of these pesticides reduces the effect of pests on crops by 10%.
Explanation:
A-It is possible to convert various ingredients into usable cosmetics due to knowledge of chemistry
C-Extensive researches by chemists have led to the discovery of number of medicinal drugs. These drugs help in fighting diseases and have thus increased the life span of human beings