Translation

chemistry of non-living matter / study of inorganic compounds

Meaning

The branch of science concerned with the properties and behavior of inorganic compounds, which include all chemical substances except for the complex carbon-based molecules typically associated with living organisms.

Examples

• She decided to pursue a doctorate in inorganic chemistry to better understand the catalytic properties of transition metals.
  She decided to pursue a doctorate in inorganic chemistry to better understand the catalytic properties of transition metals.
• Modern inorganic chemistry plays a vital role in developing new materials for solar cells and high-efficiency batteries.
  Modern inorganic chemistry plays a vital role in developing new materials for solar cells and high-efficiency batteries.