69 Introduction
Chapter Outline
69. Introduction
70. Spontaneity
71. Entropy
72. The Second Law of Thermodynamics
73. The Third Law of Thermodynamics
74. Gibbs Energy (Free Energy)
Among the many capabilities of chemistry is its ability to predict if a process will occur under specified conditions. Thermodynamics, the study of relationships between the energy and work associated with chemical and physical processes, provides this predictive ability. Previous chapters in this text have described various applications of thermochemistry, an important aspect of thermodynamics concerned with the heat flow accompanying chemical reactions and phase transitions. This chapter will introduce additional thermodynamic concepts, including those that enable the prediction of any chemical or physical changes under a given set of conditions.
Idea Explorations
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Link: Dr. Nora Casson on Nutrient Management in a Changing Climate (University of Winnipeg)
