physical chemistry
A student studies a diagram of molecular bonds in a physical chemistry textbook.
- Noun:
- A branch of chemistry: "Physical chemistry" is the scientific discipline that applies the principles, theories, and techniques of physics to the study of chemical systems. It focuses on understanding how matter behaves on a molecular and atomic level by examining the physical properties of chemical substances and the laws that govern chemical changes.
- Noun:
- Her research in physical chemistry involves studying the rates of chemical reactions.
- Understanding thermodynamics is a fundamental part of physical chemistry.
- The professor specializes in physical chemistry, particularly in spectroscopic analysis.
"The physical chemistry of surfaces": refers to the sub-discipline studying phenomena at interfaces, such as adsorption or catalysis.
- His work explores the physical chemistry of surfaces to improve catalytic converters.
"Applied physical chemistry": denotes the use of physical chemistry principles to solve practical engineering or industrial problems.
- The development of new battery technology relies heavily on applied physical chemistry.
Physicochemical (adj): relating to both physical and chemical properties or processes.
- They analyzed the physicochemical properties of the new polymer.
Electrochemistry (n): a major subfield of physical chemistry dealing with the relationship between electrical energy and chemical change.
- Thermodynamics (n): a core area within physical chemistry concerning heat, work, temperature, and energy in chemical systems.
- Kinetics (n): the study of reaction rates, a key topic in physical chemistry.
- Chemical physics: A closely related field with significant overlap, often focusing more on the physical principles underlying chemical phenomena.
"Principles of physical chemistry": a common phrase denoting the foundational theories of the field.
- The textbook 'Principles of Physical Chemistry' is a standard reference.
"Physical chemistry laboratory": a setting where experiments measuring physical properties of chemicals are conducted.
- Students learn to use calorimeters in the physical chemistry laboratory.
A student studies a diagram of molecular bonds in a physical chemistry textbook.
- the branch of chemistry dealing with the physical properties of chemical substances