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This is a list of unsolved problems in chemistry. Problems in chemistry are considered unsolved when an expert in the field considers it unsolved or when several experts in the field disagree about a solution to a problem.

Physical chemistry problems

Main article: Physical chemistry

Organic chemistry problems

Main article: Organic chemistry

Inorganic chemistry problems

Main article: Inorganic chemistry

Biochemistry problems

Main article: Biochemistry

See also

References

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