Taking PChem in the fall and wanted to introduce myself to some of the ideas before I start the class. Thank you, looking forward to watching your videos!
Fun fact, I started to want to specialize in Physical Chemistry in my undergrad years in the Chemistry Bacherlor's program by taking a course on Inorganic Chemistry. Very interesting plot twists but yeah. I like P Chem mainly for the mathematical rigor (I love math) and also the physics treatment to chemical systems, which is very interesting and I am fascinated by the many research applications this field has contributed to both Organic and Inorganic chemistry.
I am from India and doing honors in chemistry. Your videos are really helpful to me. If you will target indian audience. Here we don't have a good education system and people here are just focused on competitive exams but not in increasing knowledge.
I teach at a US university, so I wouldn't know much about targeting an Indian audience. But the good news is that chemistry works the same all over the world, so borders don't matter.
Sir thank you for the videos i am an indian student aiming for higher studies and physical chemistry is where i would love to continue my journey .....you have provided us a very intuitive and logical course in short and concise videos...how i wish more people knew the beauty of this course🤝
The way I would summarize Physical Chemistry (or Chemical Physics), in relation to the other two fields is this: Physics mainly deal with the mathematical relationships derived from physical processes of energy and mass, regardless of the identity of the bodies studied. Whatever body is studied, there are certain properties associated that have mathematical treatments, they can be molecules, but they can be electrons, a photon; doesn't matter. Chemistry deals with the specific relationship between atoms and their constituents to other atoms, and the properties observed by nature of said interactions, whether simple interactions or the bonds resulting from reactions and the changes they take and what physical properties are derived by nature of said atomic and molecular interactions. Biology deals, for the most part, qualitative relationship between living organisms and their environment, and derive certain trends or principles as a result of observation from said organisms' behaviors. When you get into things like biochemistry or physical chemistry, while they are typically subfields studied under chemistry, really, these are interdisciplinary fields that are studied under specific lenses; biochemistry under a Chemistry program will mainly deal with the chemical properties and reactions that take place in living organisms, whereas a biochemistry in a biology course will focus on the biological properties certain molecules have that give rise to certain features observed in the bio-macro world and microworld as well. Physical Chemistry can therefore indeed be described as "the physics within chemical systems." A typical chemistry course of physical chemistry is a set of equations dealing with physics of molecules and atoms that allow us to predict certain properties and structures of chemical compounds, evaluate stability and probability of certain compounds formed in preference over others.
Good summary. As you say, physical chemistry is in many ways an attempt to cram the unruly world of molecules, with their myriad different properties and interactions, into the tidy boxes of physics equations that have to be the same for all objects.
Great videos! Another way of looking at the distinctions between physics, chemistry and biology is that physics is more fundamental than chemistry and biology (if context-constrained) and therefore has less relationships to contend with. Since the complexity is lower, it is more easily defined. Chemistry involves a greater number of relationships/interactions between components and therefore the complexity is greater and what may be considered 'exceptions' are simply unknowns. Since biology builds upon chemistry, the level of complexity is at least an order of magnitude greater and therefore there are many more unknowns. In all three disciplines, there are exact causes for why things behave as they do, without exception, but we just haven't worked them all out yet, or perhaps aren't aware that someone has. I debated with myself whether I should rehash physics before studying chemistry, but thought the bird's eye view would serve as a nice middle ground for enquiry. As I slowly make my journey through chemistry, I am often asking myself the question, "But why?" As soon as I do this, I start seeing things in terms of the nuts and bolts of physics, or left with at least the conclusion that what I am trying to understand is a topic better off left for a physical view of things. For this reason, I am looking forward to watching and learning from your videos as I get time to do so. Thanks!
Thank you so much!! You saved my physical chemistry I was almost discouraged to take the course as they seemed quite abstract... But your lucid explanations revealed the logics behind them and made it easy to understand! Thank you so much!!
That makes me quite happy to hear. Physical chemistry is abstract, but it also helps explain many practical phenomena. When you put in the work to understand the details it can be quite satisfying.
Do you have a playlist where you can compile the videos and label it as parts so we can follow your content? You seem to be a really good teacher and love to know more about your class.
If you click on the picture-in-picture video that pops up at the end of this video, and then keep doing that at the end of every video, it's a chain that will take you through there whole course, in order. There are playlists for each chapter of the course. The order of the playlists/chapters is listed on the info/about page for the channel.
That's an interesting question. Probably the most important prerequisites are a good understanding of calculus, and a solid background in general chemistry (US name; often called inorganic chemistry in other countries). Many of the topics introduced in general chemistry are explained in more detail in physical chemistry, so it's usually assumed that you have seen them before. Knowing organic chemistry is certainly useful, because it provides a lot of examples that you can use to understand and apply the PChem topics. But it's not that necessary as a starting point. A few physics concepts and equations are helpful as starting points in physical chemistry, but only a few. If you know them well, the derivations will make more sense. But if you don't, you can just take them as given, and still understand most of the PChem topics just fine.
For my own classes, I a textbook that I am writing, but which isn't quite finished yet. Unfortunately, there's no published text that is a perfect complement to physical chemistry taught in the Boltzmann-first order that I use in these videos. The book by McQuarrie (Physical Chemistry: A Molecular Approach) is very good, and covers all of the material well, but it is quantum-first rather than Boltzmann-first. A book by Dill & Bromberg (Molecular Driving Forces) is also very good, and is Boltzmann-first, but it ignores much of quantum mechanics.
@@PhysicalChemistry Boltzmann first approach makes much more sense now, plus your explanations and light board technique make these videos most valuable chemistry explanations I have seen on the internet. I work as a senior research engineer in the industry and re-learning these concepts after 20 years. I will definitely buy the book for myself and our library and also suggest junior chemists to own one. Thank you again for sharing!
Sir please just don't get demotivated.
If you are getting low views.
You are just an amazing teacher.
Thanks, I appreciate the encouragement.
My motivation is not the views, though, so don't worry
Taking PChem in the fall and wanted to introduce myself to some of the ideas before I start the class. Thank you, looking forward to watching your videos!
Good job for getting a head start, and I hope you enjoy your PChem class in the fall!
I love how even phys chem teacher knows bio is just exceptions
Fun fact, I started to want to specialize in Physical Chemistry in my undergrad years in the Chemistry Bacherlor's program by taking a course on Inorganic Chemistry. Very interesting plot twists but yeah. I like P Chem mainly for the mathematical rigor (I love math) and also the physics treatment to chemical systems, which is very interesting and I am fascinated by the many research applications this field has contributed to both Organic and Inorganic chemistry.
Sounds like you've found the right field. It's a great way to work on the best parts of chemistry, math, and physics.
I am from India and doing honors in chemistry.
Your videos are really helpful to me.
If you will target indian audience.
Here we don't have a good education system and people here are just focused on competitive exams but not in increasing knowledge.
I teach at a US university, so I wouldn't know much about targeting an Indian audience. But the good news is that chemistry works the same all over the world, so borders don't matter.
Great lectures !! Physical chemistry lectures are rare on TH-cam
Sir thank you for the videos i am an indian student aiming for higher studies and physical chemistry is where i would love to continue my journey .....you have provided us a very intuitive and logical course in short and concise videos...how i wish more people knew the beauty of this course🤝
The way I would summarize Physical Chemistry (or Chemical Physics), in relation to the other two fields is this:
Physics mainly deal with the mathematical relationships derived from physical processes of energy and mass, regardless of the identity of the bodies studied. Whatever body is studied, there are certain properties associated that have mathematical treatments, they can be molecules, but they can be electrons, a photon; doesn't matter.
Chemistry deals with the specific relationship between atoms and their constituents to other atoms, and the properties observed by nature of said interactions, whether simple interactions or the bonds resulting from reactions and the changes they take and what physical properties are derived by nature of said atomic and molecular interactions.
Biology deals, for the most part, qualitative relationship between living organisms and their environment, and derive certain trends or principles as a result of observation from said organisms' behaviors.
When you get into things like biochemistry or physical chemistry, while they are typically subfields studied under chemistry, really, these are interdisciplinary fields that are studied under specific lenses; biochemistry under a Chemistry program will mainly deal with the chemical properties and reactions that take place in living organisms, whereas a biochemistry in a biology course will focus on the biological properties certain molecules have that give rise to certain features observed in the bio-macro world and microworld as well.
Physical Chemistry can therefore indeed be described as "the physics within chemical systems." A typical chemistry course of physical chemistry is a set of equations dealing with physics of molecules and atoms that allow us to predict certain properties and structures of chemical compounds, evaluate stability and probability of certain compounds formed in preference over others.
Good summary. As you say, physical chemistry is in many ways an attempt to cram the unruly world of molecules, with their myriad different properties and interactions, into the tidy boxes of physics equations that have to be the same for all objects.
Great videos! Another way of looking at the distinctions between physics, chemistry and biology is that physics is more fundamental than chemistry and biology (if context-constrained) and therefore has less relationships to contend with. Since the complexity is lower, it is more easily defined. Chemistry involves a greater number of relationships/interactions between components and therefore the complexity is greater and what may be considered 'exceptions' are simply unknowns. Since biology builds upon chemistry, the level of complexity is at least an order of magnitude greater and therefore there are many more unknowns. In all three disciplines, there are exact causes for why things behave as they do, without exception, but we just haven't worked them all out yet, or perhaps aren't aware that someone has.
I debated with myself whether I should rehash physics before studying chemistry, but thought the bird's eye view would serve as a nice middle ground for enquiry. As I slowly make my journey through chemistry, I am often asking myself the question, "But why?" As soon as I do this, I start seeing things in terms of the nuts and bolts of physics, or left with at least the conclusion that what I am trying to understand is a topic better off left for a physical view of things. For this reason, I am looking forward to watching and learning from your videos as I get time to do so. Thanks!
Great intro to a challenging subject!
I really had a hard time understanding P Chem. This is very helpful. I hope to see more videos.
Glad it was helpful. I do plan to post some more videos on other PChem topics
Clear,simple and wonderful explanation❤🙏
I'm glad you think so
Thank you so much!! You saved my physical chemistry
I was almost discouraged to take the course as they seemed quite abstract... But your lucid explanations revealed the logics behind them and made it easy to understand! Thank you so much!!
That makes me quite happy to hear. Physical chemistry is abstract, but it also helps explain many practical phenomena. When you put in the work to understand the details it can be quite satisfying.
"Biology is a study of exceptions" That was funny. Good work sir.
Shhh... Don't tell the biologists
Dang I hope you guys get hospitalized with a pastor as a doctor 😂
@@PhysicalChemistry I sent this to my bf who is a biologist heheh
(I am a physicist)
Thank you so much for the videos. They really helped.
Great! That's what I love to hear
What kind of whiteboard/camera setup is this? Very slick.
Thanks alot Sir ,,, me is a teacher of mathematics , physics and chemistry
You're welcome! It doesn't get any better than blending those three subjects!
Can't believe that we are getting this just for free.......took two years to explore yours sir ...♥️♥️♥️🇵🇰
I'm glad to have given you two years of study material
Do you have a playlist where you can compile the videos and label it as parts so we can follow your content?
You seem to be a really good teacher and love to know more about your class.
If you click on the picture-in-picture video that pops up at the end of this video, and then keep doing that at the end of every video, it's a chain that will take you through there whole course, in order.
There are playlists for each chapter of the course. The order of the playlists/chapters is listed on the info/about page for the channel.
Hello I'm trying to find some webinar related to advanced physical chemistry, can you please help with that or anybody else??
Leonard , from Vinci
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do you think a strong understanding in chemistry or physics or both is essential to understand physical chemistry?
That's an interesting question.
Probably the most important prerequisites are a good understanding of calculus, and a solid background in general chemistry (US name; often called inorganic chemistry in other countries). Many of the topics introduced in general chemistry are explained in more detail in physical chemistry, so it's usually assumed that you have seen them before.
Knowing organic chemistry is certainly useful, because it provides a lot of examples that you can use to understand and apply the PChem topics. But it's not that necessary as a starting point.
A few physics concepts and equations are helpful as starting points in physical chemistry, but only a few. If you know them well, the derivations will make more sense. But if you don't, you can just take them as given, and still understand most of the PChem topics just fine.
Which book do you suggest to complement your lectures? Thank you 🙏
For my own classes, I a textbook that I am writing, but which isn't quite finished yet.
Unfortunately, there's no published text that is a perfect complement to physical chemistry taught in the Boltzmann-first order that I use in these videos.
The book by McQuarrie (Physical Chemistry: A Molecular Approach) is very good, and covers all of the material well, but it is quantum-first rather than Boltzmann-first.
A book by Dill & Bromberg (Molecular Driving Forces) is also very good, and is Boltzmann-first, but it ignores much of quantum mechanics.
@@PhysicalChemistry Boltzmann first approach makes much more sense now, plus your explanations and light board technique make these videos most valuable chemistry explanations I have seen on the internet. I work as a senior research engineer in the industry and re-learning these concepts after 20 years. I will definitely buy the book for myself and our library and also suggest junior chemists to own one. Thank you again for sharing!