Kinetics
Kinetics
Kinetics (/kɪˈnɛtɪks/), from the Greek kinesis meaning movement, is a branch of science that deals with the rates of chemical reactions or the study of motion. It is a fundamental concept in the field of Chemistry and Physics.
Etymology
The term "Kinetics" is derived from the Greek word kinesis, which means movement. It was first used in the scientific context in the 19th century.
Definition
In the context of Chemistry, Kinetics is the study of the speed or rate at which chemical reactions occur, as well as the factors that influence these rates. In Physics, it refers to the study of the motion of objects, including the forces acting upon them.
Related Terms
- Reaction Rate: The speed at which a chemical reaction occurs.
- Catalyst: A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the reaction.
- Inhibitor: A substance that decreases the rate of or stops a chemical reaction.
- Dynamic Equilibrium: A state of balance achieved by two opposing processes occurring at the same rate.
- Thermodynamics: The study of the relationships between heat, work, and energy.
- Potential Energy: The energy that an object has because of its position or condition.
- Kinetic Energy: The energy that an object has due to its motion.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kinetics
- Wikipedia's article - Kinetics
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