Definition

The process of creating new industrial chemical products using organic materials, particularly those derived from agriculture.

Example

Chemurgy plays a crucial role in developing sustainable materials from agricultural resources.

Conversation

Have you heard about chemurgy and how it's changing agriculture?

Yeah, I read that it helps create new products from organic materials.

Exactly! It's fascinating how it can turn crops into industrial materials.

I agree, it's like finding new ways to utilize what we already have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chemurgy is formed from "chem-" (from Greek "khemia", meaning chemistry or alchemy) and "-urgy" (from Greek "ergon", meaning work). The word refers to the work or processes involved in chemistry, particularly in the context of industrial applications.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chemistry' ('chem-') as the science of substances and 'work' ('-urgy') as the processes involved, which helps you remember that chemurgy is about the practical applications of chemistry.

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