09-106 Modern Chemistry II

10 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course provides an overview of thermodynamics, kinetics and chemical equilibrium. Topics include the flow of energy in chemical systems; the spontaneity of chemical processes, i.e. entropy and free energy; the mechanisms and rates of chemical reactions; and the use of chemical equilibrium to reason about acid-base chemistry, solubility and electrochemistry. Applications include the energy economy, biological systems and environmental chemistry. 3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. rec.

Prerequisites: 09-107 or 09-105

Offered: Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025

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