Thermodynamics

Thermodynamics
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Thermodynamics is the study of state functions and path-independent processes. In contrast to kinetics, thermodynamics cares about stability, spontaneity and heat transfers.  A previous webinar had focused on calorimetry, which a specific topic in thermodynamics.  This webinar will expand on more general concepts in thermodynamics like enthalpy vs. entropy, as well as how thermodynamics link to areas of kinetics and equilibrium.

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Essential skills

  • Calculate and predict reaction spontaneity

  • Calculate reaction enthalpy and entropy

  • Identify thermodynamic vs. kinetic products

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Knowledge Fundamentals

  • Thermodynamics vs. kinetics

  • The laws of thermodynamics

  • Differentiate Gibbs free energy, enthalpy, and entropy

  • System vs. surroundings

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On the MCAT

  • Thermodynamic calculations are not as time intensive as you may have encountered in college gen chem, but do remember to round!

  • Thermodynamic and kinetic products appear often in organic chemistry

  • Common mistakes include not converting °C to K or kJ to J.

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