Physical Chemistry - 2.3 (2026-2027)

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Yingbin Ge, Central Washington University

Publisher: Central Washington University

Language: English

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Chapter 1. Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
Chapter 2. Internal Energy, Work, Heat, and Enthalpy
Chapter 3. Internal Energy and Enthalpy
Chapter 4. Entropy
Chapter 5. Helmholtz Energy and Gibbs Energy
Chapter 6. Chemical Equilibrium
Chapter 7. Physical Equilibrium
Chapter 8. Nonelectrolyte Solutions
Chapter 9. Electrolyte Solutions
Chapter 10. Electrochemistry
Chapter 11. Kinetic Theory of Gases
Chapter 12. Elementary Chemical Kinetics
Chapter 13. Complex Reaction Mechanisms
Chapter 14. Quantum Mechanical Postulates
Chapter 15. Quantum Translation
Chapter 16. Quantum Rotation
Chapter 17. Quantum Vibration
Chapter 18. Rotational and Vibrational Transitions
Chapter 19. The Hydrogen Atom and Hydrogenic Ions
Chapter 20. Many-Electron Atoms
Chapter 21. Molecular Orbital Theory
Chapter 22. Electronic and NMR Spectra of Molecules
Chapter 23. Computational Chemistry
Chapter 24. Probability and Statistics
Chapter 25. Statistical Thermodynamics

About the Book

This Physical Chemistry textbook by Yingbin Ge is an open-access resource meticulously crafted for undergraduate students in chemistry, biochemistry, and related STEM fields. The text strikes a precise balance between conceptual clarity and mathematical rigor, ensuring students build a deep understanding of thermodynamics, kinetics, quantum chemistry, and statistical mechanics. What sets this text apart is its student-centered pedagogy. Rather than focusing on formalism alone, Ge guides learners through step-by-step derivations that prioritize physical meaning. By explicitly addressing common misconceptions and integrating worked examples, the book transforms complex theory into manageable insights. Its modular structure offers instructors the flexibility to adapt the material to various course sequences, while the accompanying suite of lecture and tutorial videos makes it a comprehensive, accessible solution for the modern classroom.

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Author

Dr. Yingbin Ge earned his Ph.D. from the University of Hawaii. He has taught at Central Washington University (CWU) since 2008. He was honored as Distinguished Professor for Teaching in 2020. Dr. Ge has taught 20+ courses such as general, physical, inorganic chemistry, and graduate courses. He has authored over ten peer‑reviewed publications in chemical education, appearing in journals such as the Journal of Chemical Education, ACS Omega, The Chemical Educator, and ChemTexts.