Although chemistry is an ancient science, its modern foundation was laid when intellectual and technological advances enabled scientists to break down substances into even smaller components and consequently to explain many of its characteristics.

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A	TRUE
B	FALSE
C	Either A or B
D	None of the above

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei provided a number of scientific insights that laid the foundation for future scientists. His investigation of the laws of motion and improvements on the telescope helped further the understanding of the world and universe around him.

Detailed explanation-2: -Did you know that John Dalton lay foundations for Modern Chemistry? The English scientist and mathematician John Dalton (1766–1844) laid the foundations of modern chemistry with his research in atomic theory.

Detailed explanation-3: -Alchemy was based more on experimentation and had little basis in science. Chemistry utilizes both experimentation and scientific practices. Modern chemistry basically relies on scientific theories and experimental results, but the alchemy was a blend of myths, religion, magic, astrology, philosophy, and spirituality.

Detailed explanation-4: -Chemistry is essential for meeting our basic needs of food, clothing, shelter, health, energy, and clean air, water, and soil. Chemical technologies enrich our quality of life in numerous ways by providing new solutions to problems in health, materials, and energy usage.

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