Thermodynamics vs. Thermochemistry

[Rachel Chan 1B]

I know we are not on thermodynamics yet, but I wanted clarification on the difference between thermodynamics and thermochemistry. Thank you!

[Kimberly_martinez2I]

Hello! From what I know, thermodynamic is the study of heat, work, and heat conversions including other forms of energy. Thermochemistry is a branch of thermodynamics that studies the heat given off or absorbed in chemical reactions. Hope this helps!

[rachelsjordan 1K]

I'm pretty sure thermodynamics is like an umbrella term for the study of all heat reactions

[Arjan G 2H]

Hi! So, thermodynamics focuses on the relationships between heat, work, temperature, and energy. It also explains how heat changes within a system and how it affects its surroundings. Thermochemistry is more of a specific branch of thermodynamics, and it solely focuses on the relationship between heat and a chemical reaction. This means that thermochemistry is the study and analysis of what occurs when heat is released or absorbed in a chemical reaction. I hope this helps!