Thermodynamics vs. Thermochemistry
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Thermodynamics vs. Thermochemistry
I know we are not on thermodynamics yet, but I wanted clarification on the difference between thermodynamics and thermochemistry. Thank you!
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Re: Thermodynamics vs. Thermochemistry
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!
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Re: Thermodynamics vs. Thermochemistry
I'm pretty sure thermodynamics is like an umbrella term for the study of all heat reactions
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Re: Thermodynamics vs. Thermochemistry
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!
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