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Category: Thermodynamics

Carnot Cycle

Core Concepts This article will cover what the Carnot cycle is, the states and thermodynamic processes it comprises, the efficiency of the Carnot cycle, refrigeration,

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Standard State

Core Concepts In this article you will be able to understand the standard state of every element. After reading this article you’ll know the exact

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Thermochemistry Vocabulary

Core Concepts – Thermochemistry Vocabulary In this article you’ll learn the definitions and gain a better understanding of the main vocabulary terms for thermochemistry such

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Heat of Fusion Explained

Core Concepts In this article, you will learn about heat of fusion, including its thermodynamics and its applications. After this article, you will be able

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Heat of Reaction

Core Concepts In this article you will learn about heat of reaction, its meaning in thermodynamics, and how to calculate it. Topics Covered in Other

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State vs Path Variables

Core Concepts In this article, we distinguish between State vs Path variables and functions, describing each type and explaining how to convert between them. Topics

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What is Entropy?

Core Concepts In this article, we discuss the meaning of entropy and its importance in thermodynamics, in both the universe and within a system. Topics

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The Haber Process

Core Concepts In this article, you will learn about the Haber Process and its importance, as well as its kinetics, thermodynamics, and mechanisms. Topics Covered

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Concept of Heat

What is Thermochemistry?

Core Concepts Thermochemistry focuses on understanding how heat is involved in chemical reactions. Important thermochemical laws guide the study of heat and its interactions with

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What is Enthalpy?

Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will learn about the definition and equation of enthalpy. In addition, you will learn about some of its applications,

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Henry’s Law

Core Concepts To understand the dynamics of gases dissolved in liquid, chemists use Henry’s Law. When you open a can of soda, you hear an

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The Laws of Thermodynamics

Core Concepts There are three fundamental laws of thermodynamics, which deal with the movement and transfer of energy. Let’s learn about them in this tutorial.

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Colligative Properties

Colligative Properties

Core Concepts In this tutorial, you will learn about 3 colligative properties: vapor pressure lowering, boiling point elevation and freezing point depression! You will also

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