Nucleation : basic theory with applications

摘要: Thermodynamics of Nucleation: First-Order Phase Transitions Driving Force for Nucleation Work Cluster Formation Nucleus Size and Theorem Properties Clusters Equilibrium Distribution Density-Functional Approach. Kinetics Master Equation Transition Frequencies Rate Stationary First Application the Nonstationary Second at Variable Supersaturation. Factors affecting Seed size Line Energy Strain Electric Field Carrier-Gas Pressure Solution Preexisting Active Centres. Applications: Overall Crystallization Crystal Growth Third Induction Time Fourth Metastabiltiy Limit Maximum Number Supernuclei Thin Films Lifetime Amphiphile Bilayers. Appendices References Author index Subject Index.