ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Chemical synthesis

Hey champ, have you ever played with building blocks or Lego? Imagine that we are building something using those blocks, but instead of blocks, we use teeny-tiny building pieces called molecules.

Chemical synthesis is the process of putting together different molecules in a specific way to create a new, bigger molecule. Think of it as building a giant Lego tower from many small Lego pieces.

To do this, scientists use special tools and equipment to mix different chemicals together in a specific way. They follow a recipe, just like we do when we bake a cake.

By using chemical reactions, scientists can combine these different molecules to create something new and useful. Sometimes, they make new medicines to help us feel better when we're sick. Other times, they create new materials for making clothes, toys, and even cars!

So, chemical synthesis is the process of putting together molecules like building blocks to build something new and exciting. Pretty cool, right?