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Explore the fundamental principles of thermodynamics as applied to materials science through this 37-minute lecture focusing on binary systems and their thermodynamic properties. Learn how to analyze change in state properties during mixing processes and understand the critical role of interaction parameters in material behavior. Examine enthalpy changes and their relationship to phase formation, followed by detailed coverage of entropy changes and their impact on phase stability. Master the concepts of Gibbs energy change and weighted average properties in binary systems. Delve into the distinction between partial and integral molar quantities, and develop a comprehensive understanding of chemical potential and its applications in materials thermodynamics.
