09-345 Physical Chemistry (Thermo): Macroscopic Principles of Physical Chemistry
9 units, Carnegie Mellon University
The measurement and theoretical descriptions of the equilibrium properties of chemical systems are presented. Chemical thermodynamics is introduced at the upper division level. The phases of matter are discussed. The quantitative treatment of mixtures is developed. The detailed description of chemical equilibrium is elaborated. The measurement and theoretical description of the nonequilibrium properties of chemical systems are presented. Elementary transport properties are introduced. The principles of classical chemical kinetics are developed in great detail. 3 hrs. lec., 1 hr. rec.
Prerequisites: (09-106 or 09-107) and (21-259 or 09-231)
Offered: Spring 2027, Spring 2026
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