Hello everyone,
It is known to us that vacancy exists in the solid phases, which contributes to the diffusion mechanisms.
My question is, does vacancy exist in a liquid phase? If it exists, does it affect diffusion mechanisms? Alternatively speaking, what is the diffusion scenario in the liquid phase?
It should be noted that this discussion is aimed at the metallic systems, or at least inorganic systems.
Looking forward to any answer....
Thanks!
Yes, vacancies can exist in a liquid phase. In liquids, the concept of diffusion is related to the movement of atoms or molecules, and while the mechanism differs from that in solids, vacancies can still play a role. In metallic or inorganic systems, the diffusion scenario in liquids often involves the movement of particles through the intermolecular spaces, rather than fixed lattice positions as in solids. Vacancies in the liquid phase can affect the diffusion process by influencing the movement of particles, contributing to the overall transport of species in the liquid.
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