Synthetic chemistry is the branch of chemistry that deals with the synthesis of complex molecules and materials. Some synonyms for synthetic chemistry include organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, and materials chemistry. Organic chemistry focuses on the study of carbon compounds, while polymer chemistry is concerned with the synthesis and properties of large molecules made up of repeating units. Materials chemistry encompasses the design, synthesis, and characterization of materials that possess specific properties. Other related branches include medicinal chemistry, which involves the design and synthesis of drugs, and bioorganic chemistry, which focuses on the chemistry of biological systems. Together, these fields contribute to the development of new materials and molecules that have a wide range of applications in various industries.