​Chemistry involves the study of all forms of organic and inorganic matter. Biochemistry focuses on the processes essential to life. Both not only analyze existing substances but also synthesize new ones.As a core modern science, chemistry spans the full spectrum of modern industries and technologies. Both chemists and biochemists are employed in scientific and non-scientific research and applied capacities. The major in chemistry or biochemistry prepares students for graduate school (essential for those interested in a research career); professional schools of engineering as well as medicine, dentistry, and other health-related professions; careers in the chemical and biotechnology industries and in capacities requiring such expertise (such as museum conservation); and secondary school teaching.