UBC CHEM 205
Physical Chemistry
CHEM 205 is a key course for students in science and engineering programs, focusing on the principles of thermodynamics and their applications in chemistry. The course covers fundamental topics such as the laws of thermodynamics, entropy, enthalpy, Gibbs free energy, phase equilibria, and chemical equilibrium. These concepts form the backbone of understanding energy transformations in chemical systems.
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Video Lectures list
- Gases, zeroth and first law of thermodynamic
- First law of thermodynamics, calculation of work, heat capacity,quiz1
- Enthalpy, temperature dependence of enthalpy, second law of thermodynamics,Intro to Entropy
- second law of thermodynamics, entropy calculations
- Summary of entropy calculations, Gibbs free energy, quiz 2 questions
- Delta G, K and Q
- Midterm 1 Prep
- Electrochemistry(CHEM205)
- Adding half reactions, colligative properties
- Donnan equilibrium, spectroscopy
- NMR
- UV vis and IR
- structural determination practice, kinetics (rate expressions, rate law, integrated rate laws)
- Kinetics part 2
- Kinetics and Structural Determination practice
- Final Exam practice session
Our Teaching Philosophy
Extensive Explanation with Real-World Context
We provide thorough explanations of thermodynamic principles, linking them to real-world chemical and industrial processes to deepen your understanding.
Focus on Understanding Over Memorization
Our approach ensures you grasp the “why” behind thermodynamic equations and concepts, equipping you to tackle problems with confidence.
Interactive Problem-Solving and Visualization
Using practice problems, diagrams, and visual tools, we make abstract thermodynamic concepts clear and accessible, helping you excel in the course.
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