efnfræði
Efnfræði is the Icelandic term commonly used for chemistry. It is the science that studies matter—its composition, properties, structure, and the changes it undergoes. The field seeks to understand how atoms and molecules interact to form substances and how energy is involved in chemical processes.
The scope of efnfræði spans multiple subfields. It includes inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical
Historically, efnfræði grew from alchemy to a rigorous science. Key milestones include Lavoisier’s law of conservation
Common methods in efnfræði combine laboratory experiments with modern instrumentation and theory. Techniques such as spectroscopy,
Applications of efnfræði are wide-ranging, spanning medicine, energy, environmental science, materials and nanotechnology, and industrial chemistry.