This book covers the following
topics: Probability and Statistics, The Maxwell-Boltzmann Distribution,
Collision Rates, Diffusion and Viscosity, Collision Theory of the Rate Constant,
First Law of Thermodynamics, Thermochemistry, Ideal Gas Carnot Engines and
Efficiency, The Second Law of Thermodynamics, The Clausius Inequality and the
Mathematical Statement of the Second Law, Entropy and the Third Law, The
Chemical Potential, Maxwell Relations, The Free Energy, Eigenvalues and
Thermodynamic Stability, Entropy of Mixing, Thermodynamics of Electrochemical
Cells.
This
text follows the mainstream core principles of physical chemistry in a way that
highlights statistical thermodynamics with its applications. Starting with the
thermodynamics of ideal gases, it leads to the kinetic theory of gases and
detailed molecular behavior descriptions. The text also enters the domain of
chemical kinetics, describing reaction rates as they relate to many variables.
The book explores surface adsorption and transport phenomena, aiding in the
illustration of the comprehension of molecules in the behavior at the interface
and in motion. The book on physical chemistry was created for higher class
students. The book is a very rigorous approach to physical chemistry with clear
explanations and practical insights into molecular dynamics and thermodynamic
principles.
Author(s): Alberto Otero de la Roza, University of Oviedo
This is a very broad textbook since it focuses on teaching various
topics in physical chemistry, including chemical thermodynamics and equilibrium.
It goes through the concepts involved in entropy, phase equilibrium, ionic
equilibrium, and surface chemistry. These all help towards setting a good basis
for physical principles that drive chemical reaction. The book also covers
electrochemistry with a very detailed look at electrochemical processes and
their applications. The text can also be considered a master resource for
undergraduates and graduate students studying chemistry. It has clearly
explained the fundamental ideas of physical chemistry.