Physical Chemistry

Physical Chemistry explores the principles of chemistry and physics to understand the behavior of matter at a molecular and atomic level.

Practical Applications

Industrial Chemical Processes

Chemistry in Industry

Physical chemistry principles are used in factories to make products safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

  • Catalysts speed up reactions for mass production.
  • Thermodynamics helps manage energy use and waste.
  • Equilibrium is manipulated to maximize yields.

Products All Around Us

  • Fertilizers (made using the Haber process)
  • Plastics, medicines, and fuels

Environmental Considerations

Understanding these processes helps reduce pollution and save energy.

Examples

  • Factories use catalysts to make ammonia for fertilizer.

  • Plastics are manufactured by controlling temperature and pressure during polymerization.