(3 units). Introduction to the molecular interpretation of physico-chemical phenomena. Introduction to quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics andspectroscopy (vibrational, rotational, nmr). Kinetic theory of gases. Chemical kinetics (order of a reaction, Arrhenius equation, reaction mechanism). Surface chemistry, adsorption isotherms, structure of adsorbed layers, colloids, viscosity, diffusion, and sedimentation. Previously CHM 2130 and CHM 2136. Course Component: Discussion Group, Laboratory, Lecture Prerequisites: (CHM 1301 or CHM 1311), (MAT 1322 or MAT 1332), (PHY 1121 or PHY 1321 or PHY 1122 or PHY 1331).
(3 units). Introduction to the molecular interpretation of physico-chemical phenomena. Introduction to quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics andspectroscopy (vibrational, rotational, nmr). Kinetic theory of gases. Chemical kinetics (order of a reaction, Arrhenius equation, reaction mechanism). Surface chemistry, adsorption isotherms, structure of adsorbed layers, colloids, viscosity, diffusion, and sedimentation. Previously CHM 2130 and CHM 2136. Course Component: Discussion Group, Laboratory, Lecture Prerequisites: (CHM 1301 or CHM 1311), (MAT 1322 or MAT 1332), (PHY 1121 or PHY 1321 or PHY 1122 or PHY 1331).
