Uses | Applications of Chemistry

The study of Chemistry has contributed greatly to the provision of basic necessities of life. These include:

1. Agriculture:

Chemistry has improved agriculture by:

• Developing modern agricultural implements for efficient farming.
• Using fertilizers, insecticides, and herbicides to increase food production.
• Applying preservatives to keep food fresh.
• Providing soil analysis to guide farming practices.

2. Clothing:

Through chemical research, many textile industries have been developed for the manufacture of textile materials such as cotton, nylon, polyester, and other synthetic