Force, Flux, and Irreversible Processes
Introduction to generalzied driving force (affinity) and flux for non-equilibrium thermodynamics. Entropy production and local equilibrium.
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Force, Flux, and Irreversible Processes
Types of Diffusivities
Why is chemical diffusivity similar to defect diffusivity, not self-diffusivity? How's tracer diffusivity related? Here's a guide to diffusion coefficients.
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Types of Diffusivities
Fick’s Law: Thermodynamic Origin
Using the generalized thermodynamic driving force, we find where the definition of diffusivity comes from.
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Fick’s Law: Thermodynamic Origin