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Rensselaer Catalog 2015-2016 [Archived Catalog]

CHEM 6540 - Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics

Principles of classical and quantum statistical mechanics with applications to thermodynamics, gases, and crystals. Included are topics related to phase and chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics, imperfect crystals, surface layers, and electrolyte solutions.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: CHEM 6530 or permission of instructor.

When Offered: Fall term odd-numbered years.



Credit Hours: 3