Materials kinetics fundamentals: principles, processes, and applications

Introductory kinetics for the undergrad materials scientist Materials Kinetics Fundamentals is an accessible and interesting introduction to kinetics processes, with a focus on materials systems. Designed for the undergraduate student, this book avoids intense mathematics to present the theory and application of kinetics in a clear, reader-friendly way. Students are first introduced to the fundamental concepts of kinetics, with illustrated diagrams, examples, text boxes, and homework questions that impart a unified, intuitive understanding. Further chapters cover the application of these conce.

Cover; Title Page; Copyright; Dedication; Preface; Acknowledgments; Learning Objectives; Part I: Kinetic Principles; Chapter 1: Introduction to Materials Kinetics; 1.1 What Is Kinetics?; 1.2 Kinetics Versus Thermodynamics; 1.3 Homogeneous Versus Heterogeneous Kinetics; 1.4 Reaction Versus Diffusion; 1.5 Classifying Kinetic Processes; 1.6 Brief Word about Units; 1.7 Chapter Summary; Chapter Exercises; Chapter 2: A Short Detour into Thermodynamics; 2.1 Dynamic Equilibrium; 2.2 Enthalpy (H), Entropy (S), and Gibbs Free Energy (G); 2.7 Temperature Dependence of K.

2.8 Thermodynamics of Phase Transformations2.9 Ideal Gas Law; 2.10 Calculating Concentrations for Liquids or Solids; 2.11 Chapter Summary; 2.12 Chapter Exercises; Chapter 3: Chemical Reaction Kinetics; 3.1 Homogeneous versus Heterogeneous Chemical Reactions; 3.2 Homogeneous Chemical Reactions; 3.3 Temperature Dependence of Reaction Kinetics: Activation Theory; 3.4 Heterogeneous Chemical Reactions; 3.5 Chapter Summary; 3.5 Chapter Exercises; Chapter 4: Transport Kinetics (Diffusion); 4.1 Flux; 4.2 Fluxes and Forces; 4.3 Common Transport Modes (Force/Flux Pairs).

4.5 Atomistic Treatment of Diffusion4.6 Chapter Summary; 4.7 C…