Chemisms

/ˈkɛmɪzəmz/ noun

Definition

Plural of chemism; multiple chemical actions, reactions, or chemical properties.

Etymology

From chemism + -s (English plural marker). The plural allows reference to multiple distinct chemical processes or systems.

Kelly Says

Using 'chemisms' (plural) was a way for older textbooks to discuss different types of chemical reactions—how oxygen chemism differs from acid chemism—though modern science just says 'chemical reactions' instead.

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