Critical free energy in Phase Diagrams and Phase Transformations Formulas

Critical free energy for the formation of stable nuclei. And is denoted by ΔG_*. Critical free energy is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Critical free energy is always negative.

Formulas to find Critical free energy in Phase Diagrams and Phase Transformations

fxCritical free energy for nucleationGo

fxCritical free energy for nucleation( from volume free energy)Go

List of variables in Phase Diagrams and Phase Transformations formulas

fx Surface free energy Go

fx Melting temperature Go

fx Latent Heat of Fusion Go

fx Undercooling value Go

fx Volume free energy Go

FAQ

What is the Critical free energy?

Critical free energy for the formation of stable nuclei. Critical free energy is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Critical free energy is always negative.

Can the Critical free energy be negative?

Yes, the Critical free energy, measured in Energy can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Critical free energy?

Critical free energy is usually measured using the Joule[J] for Energy. Kilojoule[J], Gigajoule[J], Megajoule[J] are the few other units in which Critical free energy can be measured.

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