Also known as reagent, analytical reagent
thumb|Reagents, such as sulfur (pictured), are the starting materials used in chemical reactions.
A chemical reagent is a substance used as a starting material in chemical reactions to create new compounds or test for the presence of other substances. Reagents matter because they're essential tools for everything from scientific research and drug development to quality testing and manufacturing processes.
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