About the Course

 

Course Description

Course Title: Real Gas

Course Instructor: Prof. Anindya Das (AD Sir)

Introduction:
Your education in Chemistry has trained you to think in terms of molecules and their interactions, and I believe that this course on Real gas in Physical Chemistry should reflect this viewpoint. 

Perhaps the most intimidating aspect of Physical Chemistry is the liberal use of Mathematical topics you may have forgotten or never learned. Physical Chemistry is difficult with mathematics but impossible without it.   With that in mind, I have sought to present an almost entirely verbal account of the topic along with the detailed relevant mathematical aspects right from the ground level  so that you spend less time worrying about Mathematics, and more time learning the physical chemistry, which is, after all, your goal. 

The Course is constructed in a very approachable fashion (with minimal scientific jargon), clarifying the core theoretical rationales of Real Gas. Each Study Material is constructed  almost like a documentary where I have endeavored to guide you through the content, rather than leaving you to grapple with it yourself. This compendium of Video Lectures and Study Materials follows a logical concept building approach to help the students in understanding and imbibing the basic underlying principles related to Real Gas.

What do you learn from the Course?
A course on Real Gas in Physical Chemistry covers a range of topics that provide a comprehensive understanding of the behavior of gases under non-ideal conditions. Here are key learning outcomes:

1. Development of solid concepts on the following theoretical pedagogies:-

(a) Non-Ideal Gas Behavior

(b) Equations of State

(c) Thermodynamic Properties, Phase Behavior and Equilibrium

2. Develop Competence in Mathematical Interpretations and Numerical Problem Solving:-

You will be bestowed with ample Practice Exercises which will not only acquaint you with the nature of questions (especially numerical type) asked in the final examinations but also will enhance your mathematical and problem solving abilities to a great extent. Moreover, the tests and quizzes will put you under adequate pressure which will instigate you to prepare the topic meticulously for securing decent scores. This will in turn get you ready for final exams.

3. Explore the Historical Context and Contextualize the Development of Theories and Models:

Historical Evolution: Understand the historical development of gas laws and theories, starting from the ideal gas law to the more complex real gas models.

Key Contributors: Learn about the contributions of scientists such as Johannes Diderik van der Waals, who developed the Van der Waals equation, and how their work advanced the understanding of gas behavior. Then the other advancements made by Diterici, Berthelot and others.

Scientific Milestones: Study the key experiments and discoveries that led to the development of modern real gas theories and their impact on the field of physical chemistry.

By understanding these theoretical principles, historical context, and numerical problem-solving techniques, students will be well-equipped to handle complex real gas problems in both academic research and practical applications.