At every age and stage—from feeding the baby to coping with arthritis—the ins and outs of our daily lives are brought to us by chemistry. Every reunion, every day at the beach, every road trip...wherever families gather, chemistry’s part of the picture.
lifesaving
The chemical industry creates the majority of raw materials used in lifesaving healthcare products such as sutures, tubing, IV components, filters, scalpels and gloves.
pet's health
Keeping Dogs Clean and Healthy
Dog owners want to keep their pets clean and healthy, but not all of them can visit a professional salon on a regular basis. Fortunately, anyone can be successful at grooming their dog at home instead. You just need the four Ts: teaching, tools, techniques, and perhaps some additional tips. » learn more
home safety
Smoke Detectors: The Home's Early Warning System
Sometimes, the most ubiquitous and inexpensive devices can be the most effective. An example of such a tool is the humble smoke detector, which is estimated to save thousands of lives every year. » learn more
chlorine
Titanium Dioxide: essential2everyday
Chlorine chemistry helps produce this versatile ingredient found in everyday products, from paints to paper to sunscreen. » learn more
efficiency
Weathering Rising Costs in Energy
From the price volatility of gasoline to surging electricity rates, American families are struggling to make ends meet in the face of spiking energy costs. Fortunately, there is a way for the most vulnerable Americans to mitigate their soaring energy costs. Free of charge, the U.S. Department of Energy helps low-income families insulate and weatherize their homes and purchase energy-efficient appliances through a federal effort called the Weatherization Assistance Program. » learn more
electronics
Chemistry Drives the Digital World
To keep up with the fast pace of everyday life, Americans have had to master—or at least have tried to master—the art of doing many things at once. Wherever we go, we want our favorite music, phone calls and e-mails at our fingertips. We call it “multitasking”, much of which would be possible without the innovations of chemistry. » learn more
Can you imagine your daily life without the benefits of chemistry?
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