physical chemistry

Very short introduction

Author: Peter Atkins

Physical chemistry is undoubtedly a very important field, especially with the development of many new and exciting areas of research, including computational chemistry, nano and smart materials, and applications of the recently discovered graphene. This branch is also one of the most difficult branches of chemistry, as it necessarily relies on physics and mathematics, as well as quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and statistical thermodynamics. In this book, author Peter Atkins, in a clear, accessible, and uncomplicated style, reviews the fundamental concepts of physical chemistry and the contributions it has made to all branches of chemistry. He also reveals the cultural contributions it has made to our understanding of the natural world around us. This is an ideal book for chemistry students and the general public eager to learn more about this exciting field.