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529-0054-01L 6 Credits BSC D-CHAB

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Physical Chemistry

Physikalische Chemie

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Takuya Segawa

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:37:30

Abstract

Practical introduction to important experimental methods in physical chemistry.

Objective

The students have to carry out selected experiments in physical chemistry and evaluate measurement data. Laboratory reports have to be written to each experiment.

Content

Short recapitulation of statistics and analysis of measurement data. Writing experimental reports with regard to publication of scientific works. Basic physical chemistry experiments (7 experiments from the following themes): 1. Phase diagrams (liquid-vapour and solid-liquid phase diagrams, cryoscopy); 2. electrochemistry and electronics; 3. quantum chemistry studies; 4. kinetics; 5. thermochemistry; 6. speed of sound in gases and liquids; 7. surface tension.

Resources

Literature

Erich Meister, "Grundpraktikum Physikalische Chemie: Theorie und Experimente", 3. Auflage, vdf Hochschul-Verlag an der ETH, Zürich, 2022. Available as e-book.

General Information

Language: German
Levels: BSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places: 500
Signup End: 14.01.2024

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
practical/laboratory course	Physikalische Chemie Praktika von 12:45 - 17:30 oder nach Vereinbarung	Mon 12:45-17:30 (HCI H 198.2) Mon 12:45-17:30 (HCI H 290.2) Mon 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 290.2) Mon 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 292.2) Mon 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 296.2) Mon 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 298.2) Tue 12:45-17:30 (HCI H 198.2) Tue 12:45-17:30 (HCI H 290.2) Tue 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 290.2) Tue 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 292.2) Tue 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 296.2) Tue 12:45-17:30 (HCI J 298.2)	8 h weekly

Offered In

Interdisciplinary Sciences Bachelor
- Physical-Chemical Direction
  - 4. Semester (Physical-Chemical Direction)
    - Laboratory Courses, Semester Papers, Proseminars, Field Trips (Further Laboratory Courses arising upon specific written request by the students and permission by the Director of studies.)