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Dr. Rod Beavon: The Solubility of Ionic Compounds
A detailed discussion of solubility as a function of Enthalpy and Entropy. Goes way beyond the standard solubility discussion.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Triggers a Chemical Reaction
Understand chemical reactions by learning about enthalpy and entropy.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Spontaneous Reactions and Free Energy
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students discover the concept of a spontaneous reaction in terms of enthalpy and entropy changes, and then investigate and calculate free energy.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Chemistry: Thermochemistry
In this module students learn the relationship between energy and chemical reactions, and understand the difference between energy, heat, and work. They perform calorimetry calculations, and study the laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy,...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Spontaneity of a Chemical Reaction
Find out what entropy and enthalpy have to do with a spontaneous chemical reaction. [3:44]
Science Struck
Science Struck: Endothermic vs. Exothermic Reactions
Explains the differences between endothermic and exothermic reactions and the role thermodynamic potentials play in them. Examples from nature are also provided.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Gibbs Free Energy and Spontaneity
Explanation of Gibbs Free Energy and Spontaneity. Includes formulas and examples.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Thermophysical Properties of Fluid Systems
At this site, the student can find out thermophysical properties of different fluids and gases.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: How Does Nature Know Which Way Is Forward?
Through critical thinking, students realize that spontaneous events happen in a certain order. This lesson plan presents an examination of the Second Law of Thermodynamics using a thought story, rubber band inquiry, discrepant event and...
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota Outreach: Endothermic and Exothermic Reactions
A nice juxtaposition of endo- and exothermic reactions. Outlines two demonstrations. Barium hydroxide, sodium acetate, ammonium nitrate, ammonia.
Upper Canada District School Board
Tom Stretton's Advanced Placement Chemistry: Thermochemistry
This chemistry e-textbook provides students with AP-level reading and practice material on thermochemistry.