Equilibrium States and Nucleation Processes
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What is the process called when moving from one equilibrium state to another?

  • Equilibrium Transition
  • Equilibrium Transformation (correct)
  • Equilibrium Shift
  • Equilibrium Change

Transitioning between equilibrium states is always a gradual process.

False (B)

What is an example of two different equilibrium states?

Solid and liquid states of water.

The process of moving from a _____ equilibrium state to another can involve changes in temperature or pressure.

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Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Equilibrium State = A condition where all forces acting on a system are balanced. Transformation = The process of changing from one form or function to another. Disturbance = An external factor that disrupts stability. Phase Transition = A change in the physical state of a substance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to small clusters below the melting point?

<p>They continue to be unstable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Clusters become more stable as the temperature increases.

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What occurs to small clusters when they are remelted?

<p>They are unstable and can melt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Clusters below the melting point remain __________.

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Match the terms with their descriptions:

<p>Melting Point = Temperature at which solid turns to liquid Clusters = Small groups of atoms Solidification = Process of becoming solid Heat Increase = Leads to potential remelting of unstable clusters</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between homogeneous and heterogeneous nucleation?

<p>Homogeneous nucleation occurs without any impurities, while heterogeneous requires them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Heterogeneous nucleation requires more energy than homogeneous nucleation.

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What is the effect of surface tension on nucleation processes?

<p>Surface tension components affect the energy necessary for nucleation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The free energy necessary for heterogeneous nucleation is reduced by a factor of _______.

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What does the solute rich boundary layer refer to in relation to the advancing interface?

<p>It indicates a region where solute concentration is high. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The thickness of the solute rich boundary layer is denoted by the variable x.

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What is formed ahead of the advancing interface?

<p>A solute rich boundary layer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _______ rich boundary layer is built ahead of the advancing interface.

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What is an example of an expendable mold used in shape casting?

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Sand is a non-expendable mold used in shape casting.

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Name one mold type mentioned in shape casting techniques.

<p>Expendable mold</p> Signup and view all the answers

Expendable molds in shape casting can include materials like _______.

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Match the following mold types with their characteristics:

<p>Expendable mold = Molds that can only be used once Permanent mold = Molds that can be reused multiple times Sand mold = A popular type of expendable mold Plaster mold = Commonly used for fine detail work in casting</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which types of crystals do dendrites grow most rapidly along the direction of heat flow?

<p>FCC and BCC crystals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dendrite growth is fastest in FCC and BCC crystals perpendicular to the direction of heat flow.

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What are the two types of crystals where dendrite growth is most rapid?

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The most rapid growth directions of dendrites lie along the direction of ______.

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Match the crystal structure with its characteristic

<p>FCC = Face-Centered Cubic, high packing density BCC = Body-Centered Cubic, lower packing density compared to FCC HCP = Hexagonal Close-Packed, known for slip systems Cubic = Commonly includes simple and body-centered types</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Equilibrium Transformation

The change from one stable state to another.

Equilibrium States

Stable, balanced states.

Transformation

A change from one form, state or place to another.

Stable state

A state that stays the same over time

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Unstable state

State that is not stable and likely to change

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Melting Point

The temperature at which a substance changes from solid to liquid.

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Solidification of Metals

The process of metals changing from liquid to solid state.

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Below Melting Point

Temperature below the point where a substance changes from solid to liquid

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Unstable Clusters

Groups of atoms that are not firmly held together.

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Remelted Clusters

Clusters that melt again after they have already started to solidify

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Boundary Layer Thickness

The extent of a solute-rich layer formed in front of an advancing interface.

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Solute-rich Boundary Layer

A layer ahead of the interface, concentrated with solute.

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Advancing Interface

The moving boundary where a change in concentration happens.

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Fig.1.12

A diagram (figure) showing the solute-rich boundary layer.

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Solute Concentration

A high concentration of a substance in the boundary layer.

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Homogeneous Nucleation

Nucleation in a pure substance occurring spontaneously in the liquid phase.

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Heterogeneous Nucleation

Nucleation facilitated by the presence of an impurity or a surface in the liquid.

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Nucleation

The initial stage in the solidification process where a solid phase forms in a liquid.

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Free Energy in Heterogeneous Nucleation

Free energy for heterogeneous nucleation is smaller compared to homogeneous nucleation.

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Surface Tension Components

The role surface tension plays in nucleation process; dependent on shape and interfaces.

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Dendrite Growth Direction

The fastest directions for dendrite growth in FCC and BCC crystals are along the direction of heat flow.

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FCC Crystal

A crystal structure type.

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BCC Crystal

Another type of crystal structure.

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Heat Flow

The movement of thermal energy.

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Dendrites

Tree-like crystal structures.

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Shape Casting Techniques

Methods for creating shapes using molds, categorized by mold type.

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Expendable molds

Molds that are used once and then discarded.

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Mold Type

Classification of molds based on their material (e.g., sand, plaster).

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Sand Mold

A type of mold made from sand.

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Plaster Mold

A type of mold made from plaster.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Metal Casting

  • Ancient Egyptians practiced melting and casting as early as ~1450 B.C.
  • The process involved heating metal in crucibles using bellows.
  • Casting of objects, like temple doors, was also part of the process.

Solidification of Metals

  • Solidification is a process where a substance changes from liquid to solid.
  • It involves releasing heat to transition from liquid/solid equilibrium.
  • Homogeneous nucleation occurs when the entire melt is of uniform energy.
  • Heterogeneous nucleation occurs at preferred sites (e.g., mold walls).

Solute Partitioning

  • The concentration of solutes in the liquid and solid phases during cooling affect the process.

  • The partition coefficient (k) is the ratio of solute concentrations in solid and liquid.

  • During non-equilibrium solidification, a solute-rich layer develops ahead of the solidifying interface due to compositional changes. This affects the solidification process.

Growth of Solid

  • In pure metals, solidification can begin with the formation of a planar solid-liquid interface. During solidification, this planar front converts to cells (which become dendrites) as the rate of cooling accelerates.
  • In alloys, the presence of alloying components creates constitutional undercooling.
  • Instability in the liquid results in the branching growth of dendritic structures.
  • The different growth patterns (planar, cellular, dendritic) depend on both compositional and thermal factors.

Sand Casting

  • Sand casting is a common method of producing metal castings in expendable sand molds.
  • It involves making molds using sand, and pouring molten metal into the mold.
  • Different types of sand are utilized, including green sand, dry sand, and facing sand.
  • Patterns are used to create the cavity in the sand, and are sometimes made of wood, metal, or plastics.

Metal Casting Technology

  • Casting is used to produce intricate and complex shapes that would be difficult to produce by other methods (e.g. machining, forging).
  • It yields uniformity in the material properties/characteristics.
  • Casting can handle larger sizes and heavier objects, compared to other processes.
  • Casting is generally inexpensive, relative to other shaping techniques, for mass production.
  • The complexity of the part, along with other considerations, must be weighed against cost factors prior to selecting this method.

Casting Quality

  • The quality of the casting is influenced by parameters (e.g., pattern design, mold preparation, melt quality and temperature, pouring practice).
  • Defects like misruns, cold shuts, shrinkage cavities, are related to the process/materials involved.
  • Several methods (visual/destructive inspection) are used to detect imperfections.

Mold Making

  • Molding sand is a mixture of silica sand, binder, and moisture.
  • The consistency and properties (compressive strength, permeability, shrinkage) of the molding sand affect the final product properties.
  • Different types like green sand (molding and core), dry sand, facing sand, core sands, and parting sands are used in the process.

Cast House Processes

  • Ingot casting (used to produce the primary shapes of metals such as slabs, plates, billets, or ingots)
  • Continuous casting (a process that produces continuous metal shapes like slabs and billets)
  • Both processes have advantages and disadvantages depending on the specific need and application of the final product.

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Explore the concepts of equilibrium states and nucleation in this quiz. Understand the differences between homogeneous and heterogeneous nucleation, and examine the effects of temperature and pressure on these processes. Test your knowledge with matching terms and definitions.

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