chemical
/ˈkɛmɪkəl/
noun
- A substance made by or used in a chemical process, especially one used in industry, farming, or cleaning.
- The factory released a dangerous chemical into the river.
- Many household cleaners contain harsh chemicals that can irritate your skin.
- Farmers use chemicals to protect their crops from insects.
adjective
- Relating to chemistry or the study of substances and how they change or combine.
- A chemical change occurs when wood burns and turns into ash.
- The lab is equipped for various chemical experiments.
- We learned about chemical reactions in science class today.
- Produced by or using chemicals, often in a way that is not natural.
- This bread contains no chemical preservatives.
- The artificial flavor is a chemical compound that tastes like strawberry.
- Some people prefer natural cleaners over chemical ones.