physical chemistry

noun

1. the branch of chemistry dealing with the relations between the physical properties of substances and their chemical composition and transformations.

physical chemistry

noun

1. the branch of chemistry concerned with the way in which the physical properties of substances depend on and influence their chemical structure, properties, and reactions

physical chemistry

1. The branch of chemistry that is concerned with the physical structure of chemical compounds, the amount of energy they have, the way they react with other compounds, and the bonds that hold their atoms together.

Word History and Origins

Origin of physical chemistry¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

Finally the methods of physics have invaded a new domain, that of chemistry; physical chemistry is born.

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A good course in physical chemistry postulates lectures, laboratory work, and recitations.

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At the same time it would be a mistake to teach physical chemistry without laboratory practice.

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Indeed, laboratory practice is the very life of physical chemistry, and the more of such work we can have, the better.

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Several journals are published specially to deal with physical chemistry, of which electrochemistry forms an important part.

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