AP Chemistry

Advanced Placement Chemistry exploring atomic structure, chemical bonding, and reactions.

Practical Applications

Chemistry in Medicine

Pharmaceuticals and Biochemistry

Chemistry is vital in developing and understanding medicines. Drug molecules interact with the body at the atomic level, relying on knowledge of chemical bonds, reactions, and molecular structure.

  • Designing painkillers requires understanding how molecules mimic natural compounds.
  • Chemists use stoichiometry to ensure correct dosages.

Real-World Impact

From antibiotics to vaccines, chemistry saves lives daily.

Examples

  • Insulin drugs are engineered using knowledge of protein structure and bonding.

  • Medical imaging agents are designed based on atomic properties.