Analytical chemistry is a branch of chemistry focused on the qualitative and quantitative analysis of substances to understand their composition, structure, and properties. It involves a variety of techniques and methods to separate, identify, and quantify matter. Key aspects of analytical chemistry include: 1. **Qualitative Analysis**: Determining what substances are present in a sample. This involves identifying the chemical components or compounds without necessarily measuring their concentrations.

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The branch of chemistry concerned with identifying substances in a sample and measuring their quantities or concentrations. A bicinchoninic acid assay, for example, estimates protein content through an optical measurement.