Fundamentals of Chemical Kinetics with Principles of Nonlinear Dynamics 1200-1PKINCHEDNWL
Definitions and interpretations of basic concepts of chemical kinetics. Methods of acquisition and analysis of experimental data. Irreversible, reversible, competitive, consecutive, chain reactions: theoretical analysis (typical approximations) and examples. Methods and problems in numerical calculations. Problems with deduction of reaction mechanisms. Transition state theory and collision theory. Specific nature of reactions in solutions. Diffusion-controlled reactions. Linear free energy relationships (LFER). Elements of the Marcus theory of electron-transfer reactions. Experimental methods of studying the ultrafast reactions.
Autocatalytic reactions as feedback loops. Elements of non-classical chemical kinetics - stability analysis, selection processes, oscillatory chemical reactions, chemical waves, multistability, deterministic chaos, spatial dissipative patterns (including Turing patterns)
The lecture is given in Polish or English, depending on the composition or the wishes of the student group
Student workload: 25 hours
including:
- class participation: 15 hours
- class preparation: 5 hours
- consultations with the instructor: 5 hours
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Prerequisites (description)
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Learning outcomes
K_W01: Graduates know and understand the role and place of chemistry in the structure of exact and natural sciences and its contribution to the development of our civilization. They know basic chemical concepts and laws, are familiar with chemical symbols, nomenclature, and notation, and understand the notation of chemical reactions.
K_W03: They know and understand mathematical concepts at an advanced level and understand the importance of mathematics as the foundation of exact sciences. They know and understand: the foundations and methods of linear algebra, the foundations and methods of differential and integral calculus, and the foundations and applications of probability and mathematical statistics.
K_W04: They learn computer techniques useful in the work of chemists.
K_W06: They acquire advanced knowledge of physical chemistry (including thermodynamics and thermochemistry, issues related to chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, phase boundary phenomena, transport processes, and the theory of chemical kinetics, including catalysis) along with the appropriate mathematical framework. K_U03: is able to use linear algebra methods and differential and integral calculus methods to solve selected chemical problems;
K_U06: is able to solve theoretical problems, as well as plan and perform simple experimental studies in the areas of chemical thermodynamics, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, catalysis, and electrochemistry, phenomena at phase boundaries, and transport processes;
K_K01: is able to define the scope of his or her knowledge and skills and to improve his or her professional and personal competences.
K_K02: is able to independently undertake and initiate simple research activities, and in the event of difficulties with independent solutions, seeks expert advice.
Additional description:
Knowledge of basic and selected advanced concepts, theories and experimental methods of chemical kinetics. Understanding the essence of the phenomena of dynamic self-organization in chemistry and learning the specific terminology and methods of their description and analysis.
Assessment criteria
Written exam covering 5-6 open questions. The final grade is issued on the basis of the arithmetic average of partial grades, but at least 50% material mastery is required.
The exam on the 2nd date is conducted according to the same rules.
Pursuant to the New Study Regulations, participation in lectures IS MANDATORY (attendance at lectures is recorded). The number of absences allowed is 2 full lectures (ca. 25%) . These requirements are also substantively justified due to the factual material which deviates from that given in typical textbooks and should lead to an improvement of exam marks.
Practical placement
none
Bibliography
1.J. H. Espenson, Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Mechanisms, McGraw-Hill, 1981
2.M. Orlik: Self-organization in electrochemical systems. Vol. 1, 2. Springer-Verlag, Berlin-Heidelberg 2012
3. M. Orlik: Introduction to the dynamic self-organization of chemical systems. Part I: Basic concepts and techniques of nonlinear dynamics in chemistry.
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4. M. Orlik: Introduction to the dynamic self-organization of chemical systems. Part II: Dynamic instabilities in selected chemical systems.
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