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Analysis of modified Gibbs-Thomson equation for size and shape dependence properties of nanomaterials
Priya Paneru and Munish Kumar
A critical analysis of two phase (solid- liquid) model of melting temperature viz. modified Gibbs-Thomson equation is presented. The application of model is discussed for the size dependent properties of metallic nanocrystals. Melting temperature, cohesive energy, Debye temperature, specific heat, thermal conductivity and electrical conductivity are discussed. Some other formulations based on the bond energy model are also included for comparison purposes. The results are discussed in the light of available experimental data. The simplicity and applicability of the models is discussed along with the modified Gibbs-Thomson model.
Keywords: size, shape, melting temperature, Debye temperature, specific heat
DOI: 10.32908/hthp.v53.1817