Question

Select the best answer.

When did modern chemistry start?

Modern chemistry started at the turn of the 19th century.

Modern chemistry started at the turn of the 20thcentury.

Modern chemistry started at the turn of the 17th century.

Modern chemistry started at the turn of the 18th century.

Answer 1

Modern chemistry is generally considered to have started at the turn of the 19th century. Therefore, the best answer is:

**Modern chemistry started at the turn of the 19th century.**