organic chemistry


noun

the branch of chemistry, originally limited to substances found only in living organisms, dealing with the compounds of carbon.

Origin of organic chemistry

First recorded in 1870–75

British Dictionary definitions for organic chemistry

organic chemistry

noun

the branch of chemistry concerned with the compounds of carbon: originally confined to compounds produced by living organisms but now extended to include man-made substances based on carbon, such as plastics Compare inorganic chemistry

Medical definitions for organic chemistry

organic chemistry

n.

The chemistry of compounds containing carbon.

Scientific definitions for organic chemistry

organic chemistry

The branch of chemistry that deals with carbon and organic compounds, especially hydrocarbons.

Cultural definitions for organic chemistry

organic chemistry

The branch of chemistry dealing with organic molecules (see also organic molecule).