Sorry, this page is no longer available
We may earn an affiliate commission when you visit our partners.
Course image
askIITians Engineering | Medical | Foundation

This course is designed to help students self-prepare for the JEE/AIPMT engineering/medical entrance exams in India.

This course will enable you to master all the concepts you need to know in Physical Chemistry to feel comfortable and confident about cracking the engineering/medical entrance exam.

We cover chapters like Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Structure of Atom, Solid State, Electrochemistry, Chemical Equilibrium, Chemical Bonding, Solutions and provide

Read more

This course is designed to help students self-prepare for the JEE/AIPMT engineering/medical entrance exams in India.

This course will enable you to master all the concepts you need to know in Physical Chemistry to feel comfortable and confident about cracking the engineering/medical entrance exam.

We cover chapters like Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Structure of Atom, Solid State, Electrochemistry, Chemical Equilibrium, Chemical Bonding, Solutions and provide

  • Videos where we teach the basic concepts of physical chemistry.
  • Mind maps which contain the whole content of a topic in one single page, represented in the form of infographics which will able you to remember and retain the concept better
  • Revision notes specially designed to brush up on your concepts after you have finished the topic
  • Step by Step Complete NCERT solutions prepared by Subject Experts
  • Study planner- We give you a recommended schedule and timeline for each chapter so that you can plan out your study schedule better
  • 1 Test Paper with Video solutions which will help you to check your strengths and weakness in each topic so that you can find and resolve the problem areas in that chapter.
  • Previous year exam questions which will help you benchmark yourself to ensure you can crack the final exam.
Enroll now

What's inside

Learning objective

Crack concepts of physical chemistry in any engineering/medical entrance exam in india

Syllabus

Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about introduction to chemistry and its branches and uses.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about standards and units, fundamental and derived units and Also explained about different system of units namely FPS, CGS, MKS and SI.

Read more

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about matter and its physical and chemical classification. Also explained about Pure substances (elements, compounds) and mixtures (homogeneous and heterogeneous).

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about the concept of limiting reagent/reactant. Also explained how to identify it in a given chemical reaction and how it is used to determine the amount of products formed in a particular reaction.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about concentration and three ways expressing the concentration. Also explained about the problem solving strategy with examples and animations.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about remaining three ways expressing the concentration. Also explained about the problem solving strategy with examples based on the explained concepts.

Basic Concepts of Chemistry Complete Revision Notes for JEE/AIPMT/Boards

Chemical Kinetics Complete Revision Notes for JEE/AIPMT/Boards

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the various atomic models of atom . Plum pudding model byJ.Jthomson, alpha ray scattering experiment by Rutherford, Bohr''s model of atom . The drawbacks were also discussed

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained about the electromagnetic wave theory, Also the spectrum of hydrogen was discussed

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained about the dual nature of electron as wave as well as matter. Also the photoelectric effect was discussed, the threshold frequency and energy equations were discussed too.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the quantum mechanical model of atom, the schrodinger wave mechanical model of atom, the orbital concept was discussed the probability function and wave function was discussed too

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) has solved several IIT JEE questions which appeared in previous years papers. He has explains how easy IIT JEE questions can be if you apply the concepts taught by him.

Structure of Atom Complete Revision Notes for JEE/AIPMT/Boards

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about the molecular and ionic solids and their behaviour and properties which come under crystalline solids.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about the concept of packing fraction or packing efficiency and calculated it for different types of unit cells.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about structures of some important ionic compounds like NaCl,CsCl,ZnS and CaF2.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained about structures of some more important ionic compounds like Li2O,Corundum,spinel and pervoskite.

Abdullapoor Ramreddy (IIT Patna) explained how to tackle problems in this chapter by taking some previous IIT JEE problems.

Solid State Complete Revision Notes for JEE/AIPMT/Boards

Electrochemistry Complete Revision Notes for JEE/AIPMT/Boards

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained as expected for IIT-JEE exam the
concept of equilibrium. He dealt with the basic concepts of an equilibrium to multiple equilibria and Explained the expressions related with that.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained law of mass action and its application as expected in IIT JEE exam. He explained how to evaluate the expression for the equilibrium using law of mass action. He also solved numericals regarding this concept and presented it in a very simple manner.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained the concept of equilibrium constant and how it is used to find it using the expression obtained from the Law of Mass Action. He also explained the physical significance of the equilibrium constant.
Problems solving techniques are also discussed by him.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained the concept of homogenious equlibrium and discussed its definition. He also explained the expression for equilibrium constant and solved numericals based on similar concept.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained the concept of heterogenious equlibrium and discussed its definition. He explained the expression for equilibrium constant and solved numericals based on similar concept.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained the concept of multiple equilibrium and discussed its definition. He wrote the expression for equilibrium constant expression and solved numericals based on similar concept.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained how to know the direction of a chemical equilibrium using the expression for equilibrium constants and the concentrations known at a particular instant of time.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained how to find reaction quotient using the law of mass action concept, he related it to equilibrium constant expression and made the concept very simple to understand.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained how to find the equlibrium concentration of a particular species, as expected in IIT JEE this is a very improtant concept dealt wth utter simplicity, supported well by numerical examples.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained factors that affect chemical equilibrium, as expected in IIT JEE the changes in pressure, tempreature and volume along with inserting and liberating a nobel gas to a equilibrium mixture has been explanined.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained le chatelier principle as expected in IIT JEE examinations, the principle along with several example cases has been dealt.
The concept of Le Chatelier principle has been dealt keeping in mind the level of engineering examinations.

Gopesh Kumar Gaurav (IIT Roorkee) explained le chatelier principle as expected in IIT JEE examinations, the principle along with several example cases has been dealt. The concept of Le Chatelier principle has been dealt keeping in mind the level of engineering examinations.

Chemical Equilibrium Complete Revision Notes for JEE/AIPMT/Boards

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the basics of formation of bond, the types of bonding as ionic and covalent bonding. The sharing of electrons forms covalent bond formation and the transfer of electrons forms ionic bonding. The stability was also discussed.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the stability of molecules according to the formal charge , also limitations of octet rule were discussed. incomplete octet, odd electron molecules and expanded octet were the drawbacks which were discussed,

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the different bond parameters like bond enthalpy, bond order, bond angle and bond length. The parameter importance were discussed, bond enthalpy is the energy required to break one mole of bonds, bond order is the no. of bonds between two species. The trend regarding relation of bond parameters were discussed.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the resonance concept and canonical structures according to their energies. By resonance technique most stable structure was determined. also the bond length is optimum.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the polar and non polar bonds , dipole moment, special case of nh3 & nf3 polarity of bonds come into picture when there is electronegativity difference, like O & H. lone pair dipole moment direction was the reason of more dipole moment of nh3 as compared to nf3.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the theory of shape and geometry of molecules according to repulsions between lone pair and bond pair electrons. VSEPR stands for valence shell electron pair repulsion theory which tells us about regular and irregular shapes of different molecules due to repulsions of electrons . linear, trigonal planar, tetrahedral,trigonal bipyramidal,octahedral are the common symmetrical geometries.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the concept of overlapping of orbitals as the way of bond formation. types of overlapping were discussed. s-s, s-p, & p-p types of overlapping are there. sigma and pi bond concept were discussed.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the hybridisation theory of overlapping orbitals that will give the most stable shape. We understood the concept of hybridisation to find the shape by forming hybridised orbitals. sp, sp2, sp3, sp3d, sp3d2 etc

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the latest theory of molecular orbital theory to predict the shapes, magnetic nature of molecules, bond order calculation magnetic characters were discussed whether species are paramagnetic or diamagnetic, the different orbital diagrams for O2 and less than O2.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the formation of hydrogen bonding and concept related to it by help of a video. It exists when hydrogen is in bond with electronegative element. water case was discussed.

Suraj Prasad(IIT Patna) explained the Previous Year question of IIT JEE.

Traffic lights

Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Covers chapters like chemical kinetics and structure of atom, which are essential for competitive exams
Includes mind maps and revision notes, which can help students memorize and retain concepts effectively
Features video solutions to test papers, enabling students to identify and address their weaknesses
Includes previous year exam questions, allowing students to benchmark their preparation level
Taught by instructors from IIT Patna and IIT Roorkee, institutions known for their engineering programs
Provides NCERT solutions, which are essential for building a strong foundation in physical chemistry

Save this course

Create your own learning path. Save this course to your list so you can find it easily later.
Save

Reviews summary

Essentials for jee/aipmt physical chemistry

According to students, this course provides comprehensive coverage of essential Physical Chemistry topics tailored for the JEE/AIPMT exams. Learners highlight the structured approach and the variety of learning resources offered, such as detailed videos, revision notes, mind maps, and practice problems. A significant positive point mentioned is the strong focus on problem-solving techniques and the inclusion of previous year questions, which directly aids exam preparation. While the self-paced format is convenient for some, it requires a high degree of self-discipline, and some students might feel the need to supplement the provided practice materials for certain topics.
Self-paced learning format
"Being a self-paced course means I need to manage my time strictly."
"This format is good if you are motivated for independent study."
"There isn't direct live interaction, so you rely on the provided materials."
Quality teaching from IIT graduates
"Learning from instructors who are IIT graduates makes a big difference."
"Their background from IIT Patna/Roorkee is reassuring."
"The explanations are clear, likely due to their strong foundation."
Videos, notes, maps support learning
"The combination of videos, notes, and mind maps helps me learn in different ways."
"Revision notes are handy for quick recaps before tests."
"Mind maps are a visual way to connect concepts."
Covers all key topics for exam
"The syllabus laid out covers everything relevant for the JEE/AIPMT physical chemistry section."
"I feel confident that all the essential chapters are included."
"It seems like they cover all the necessary ground."
Aids preparation with problems, PYQs
"Working through the previous year questions section was invaluable."
"I found the problem-solving examples very useful for understanding application."
"The practice tests help gauge my readiness for the actual exam."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in JEE/AIPMT Exam Prep: Essentials of Physical Chemistry with these activities:
Review Basic Stoichiometry
Reinforce your understanding of stoichiometry, a fundamental concept for quantitative analysis in chemistry, before delving into more complex topics.
Browse courses on Stoichiometry
Show steps
  • Review mole concept and molar mass calculations.
  • Practice balancing chemical equations.
  • Solve problems involving limiting reactants and percent yield.
Create Flashcards for Key Concepts
Improve memorization and recall of important definitions, formulas, and concepts by creating flashcards.
Show steps
  • Identify key terms and concepts from each chapter.
  • Write the term on one side of the flashcard and the definition/explanation on the other.
  • Review the flashcards regularly to reinforce learning.
Read Atkins' Physical Chemistry
Supplement your learning with a comprehensive physical chemistry textbook to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying principles.
Show steps
  • Read relevant chapters corresponding to the course syllabus.
  • Work through example problems in the book.
  • Consult the book for clarification on difficult concepts.
Four other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all seven activities
Solve JEE/AIPMT Practice Problems
Sharpen your problem-solving skills by working through a variety of practice problems specifically designed for the JEE/AIPMT exams.
Show steps
  • Gather past JEE/AIPMT question papers and practice sets.
  • Allocate time for solving problems under exam conditions.
  • Analyze your mistakes and review the corresponding concepts.
Read Concepts of Physical Chemistry by Puri, Sharma, and Pathania
Use a popular Indian textbook to reinforce your understanding of physical chemistry concepts and problem-solving techniques.
Show steps
  • Read chapters relevant to the course syllabus.
  • Solve the end-of-chapter problems.
  • Compare your solutions with the provided answers.
Design a Physical Chemistry Experiment
Deepen your understanding of physical chemistry principles by designing a hypothetical experiment to investigate a specific phenomenon.
Show steps
  • Choose a topic from the course (e.g., reaction kinetics, electrochemistry).
  • Formulate a hypothesis and design an experiment to test it.
  • Outline the materials, procedure, and data analysis methods.
  • Write a report summarizing your experimental design and expected results.
Tutor a Junior Student
Solidify your understanding by explaining physical chemistry concepts to a junior student or peer.
Show steps
  • Find a student who needs help with physical chemistry.
  • Prepare explanations and examples for the topics they are struggling with.
  • Answer their questions and provide guidance.

Career center

Learners who complete JEE/AIPMT Exam Prep: Essentials of Physical Chemistry will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Chemical Engineer
A chemical engineer applies principles of chemistry, physics, and mathematics to design and operate chemical processes. This role involves understanding chemical reactions, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena, all of which are fundamental to the concepts covered in the course. The course material on chemical kinetics, equilibrium, and electrochemistry directly supports the technical skills needed in chemical engineering. The course helps build a foundation for understanding how chemical reactions occur, which is essential for optimizing industrial processes. One would benefit from taking this course if they seek a career in chemical engineering.
Materials Scientist
Materials scientists investigate the properties and applications of different materials. Solid state chemistry, a topic covered in this course, is especially relevant for this profession as it deals with the structure and behavior of solids at an atomic level. A successful materials scientist needs a deep understanding of how different elements bond together to form various materials and how their physical properties can be affected by changing temperature, pressure, etc. This course gives one a foundation in bonding, structure, and properties of materials therefore, a helpful course to take for an aspiring materials scientist.
Research Scientist
Research scientists design and conduct experiments to investigate various scientific phenomena. Physical chemistry knowledge is highly relevant in research across multiple disciplines including chemistry, physics, and biology. The concepts of chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and structure of atom provided by this course would be directly applicable in research projects that require a detailed understanding of matter and energy. A comprehensive understanding of physical chemistry concepts is vital for the interpretation of experimental data, which this course may be useful for building. This is a great course for aspiring research scientists.
Process Development Scientist
Process development scientists work in industry to optimize and scale up chemical processes. They require a strong foundation in physical chemistry to understand reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena, all of which are touched upon by this course. For example, their work involves applying knowledge of chemical equilibrium to design efficient production systems. The course's coverage of topics such as chemical bonding, solutions, and equilibrium helps build the required skills for this role. If you find this kind of work appealing, this course would be useful to you.
Formulation Chemist
Formulation chemists develop new or improved chemical compositions. This might include pharmaceuticals, coatings, or consumer products. The course may be helpful because it introduces concepts of chemical bonding, solutions, and chemical kinetics, all of which are relevant for understanding how different substances interact and form stable mixtures. A formulation chemist must fully understand the chemistry of the components going into their formulations. The fundamental concepts provided by this course will help build a useful toolkit. This is a practical course for those interested in formulation chemistry.
Laboratory Technician
Laboratory technicians perform experiments and tests in a laboratory setting, often under the supervision of a scientist. A strong grasp of the fundamentals of physical chemistry, as covered by this course, is crucial for anyone working in a lab setting. This position requires one to be knowledgeable in chemical reactions, measurements, and analysis. The course will help build a practical foundation for chemical analysis and experimentation. Any aspiring laboratory technician could benefit from taking this course as a valuable first step.
Quality Control Analyst
Quality control analysts ensure products meet certain standards through performing tests and analyses. This course's coverage of physical chemistry topics such as solutions, electrochemistry, and chemical equilibrium provides a useful understanding of the relevant properties used in the analysis of materials and products. They typically work in labs and must have a solid grounding in chemical analysis, which this course may be helpful for. Aspiring quality control analysts would find this course beneficial to their career goals.
Environmental Chemist
Environmental chemists analyze environmental samples to understand pollutants and their impact. This work involves understanding chemical reactions, the behavior of substances, and their effects on the environment. The topics covered by this course, especially chemical kinetics, equilibrium, and solutions, are applicable within the field of environmental chemistry. Because it helps one learn the basic concepts behind chemical reactions, this course may be helpful to aspiring environmental chemists. Those interested in an environmentally conscious career may find this to be a useful course.
Science Educator
Science educators, such as teachers and professors, share their knowledge of science with others. A deep understanding of physical chemistry, as covered in this course, is a useful tool for educators who want to explain complex concepts effectively. The course may help build a solid knowledge base for teaching. Those who aspire to teach physical chemistry may want to take this course. This course may also help those who are already educators wishing to improve their conceptual understanding of physical chemistry.
Analytical Chemist
Analytical chemists conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of substances. They may analyze samples from various fields including pharmaceuticals or environmental science. Analytical chemists need a deep understanding of physical chemistry concepts, especially electrochemistry, solutions, and chemical kinetics, which this course addresses. The course’s content will help them understand the reactions and properties of the substances they are analyzing. This course may be useful for students who wish to take on work as analytical chemists.
Biochemist
Biochemists study the chemical processes that occur in living organisms. Many biological processes are rooted in physical chemistry principles, such as kinetics and equilibrium. The course’s coverage of chemical bonding, solutions, and equilibrium will help biochemists understand how biological systems work at the molecular level. This course may be useful for those entering the field of biochemistry. This may be a helpful course for those interested in biology as well as chemistry.
Pharmacist
Pharmacists dispense medications and advise patients on their proper use. While it is not a core component, some knowledge of physical chemistry can be helpful in understanding drug interactions and formulation. This course, which covers basic concepts of chemistry, solutions and chemical equilibrium, may be useful in helping pharmacists understand the nature of the medicines they dispense. This may be a good course for someone already in the field who feels they want to brush up on their physical chemistry concepts. Those in pharmacy may want to take this course.
Patent Attorney
Patent attorneys specialize in the legal aspects of inventions and intellectual property. While a deep understanding of physical chemistry is not necessary, familiarity with scientific concepts can help in understanding the technical aspects of inventions related to chemistry. This course may help a patent attorney better grasp the intricacies of chemical patents. Those interested in both science and law may find this a helpful course. It could be useful for gaining an edge in their field.
Science Writer
Science writers communicate scientific information to a general audience. While a deep understanding of complex chemistry is not always necessary, knowing the basics of physical chemistry may be useful when covering topics in the sciences. This course covers topics such as chemical reactions, bonding, and the structure of atoms, all of which are important concepts. This course may be useful for science writers seeking a broader base of knowledge in physical chemistry. This is a potential course for those interested in science communication.
Science Journalist
Science journalists convey information about scientific advancements and discoveries to the public. A basic knowledge of chemistry is often helpful when analyzing and reporting on scientific breakthroughs. This course covers the basic concepts of physical chemistry, including atomic structure, bonding, and reactions. This may be useful for science journalists who frequently report on stories that touch on chemistry. This could be a good option for any journalist who wants to dive deeper into the physical sciences.

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in JEE/AIPMT Exam Prep: Essentials of Physical Chemistry.
Atkins' Physical Chemistry comprehensive textbook widely used in undergraduate physical chemistry courses. It provides a detailed explanation of the fundamental principles and mathematical treatments of physical chemistry. serves as an excellent reference for expanding your understanding of the topics covered in the course. It is particularly useful for students seeking a deeper dive into the theoretical aspects of physical chemistry.
Concepts of Physical Chemistry by Puri, Sharma, and Pathania popular textbook for undergraduate students in India. It provides a clear and concise explanation of the fundamental concepts of physical chemistry. is particularly useful for students preparing for competitive exams like JEE and AIPMT. It offers a good balance between theory and problem-solving, making it an ideal resource for exam preparation.

Share

Help others find this course page by sharing it with your friends and followers:

Similar courses

Similar courses are unavailable at this time. Please try again later.
Our mission

OpenCourser helps millions of learners each year. People visit us to learn workspace skills, ace their exams, and nurture their curiosity.

Our extensive catalog contains over 50,000 courses and twice as many books. Browse by search, by topic, or even by career interests. We'll match you to the right resources quickly.

Find this site helpful? Tell a friend about us.

Affiliate disclosure

We're supported by our community of learners. When you purchase or subscribe to courses and programs or purchase books, we may earn a commission from our partners.

Your purchases help us maintain our catalog and keep our servers humming without ads.

Thank you for supporting OpenCourser.

© 2016 - 2025 OpenCourser