Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics, Statistical Thermodynamics, and Kinetics by Thomas Engel and Philip Reid is an English-language textbook intended for students in higher education. This book covers important topics in physical chemistry, including thermodynamics, statistical thermodynamics, and kinetics.
The textbook includes extensive explanations and exercises of concepts such as Math Essential – with emphasis on parts like differentiating, integrating, and partial derivatives – and works with Modified Mastering Chemistry with Pearson eText. The content is organized into clear chapters on fundamental concepts, heat, work, and the first law of thermodynamics, enthalpy, entropy, chemical equilibrium, real gases and solutions, electrochemistry, and statistical thermodynamics.
Important topics include the Boltzmann distribution, molecular partition functions, kinetic theories, and complex reaction mechanisms. This textbook aligns with the field of chemistry / physical & theoretical and is suitable for students who want deeper insight into thermodynamics and kinetics.