Thermal Decomposition of Solids

This lecture covers the thermal decomposition of solids, focusing on solid reagents and various reaction methods such as solid-solid and solid-vapor reactions. It explains the importance of factors like thermodynamics and kinetics in powder synthesis. The lecture delves into the detailed mechanisms of reactions, including the structure of clays and the synthesis of materials like porcelain and silicon carbide. It also discusses the kinetics of reactions, the effects of size and mixing degree, and the limitations of solid-solid reactions. Additionally, it explores the Acheson method for synthesizing silicon carbide and the mechanisms and rates of solid-vapor reactions.