Thermodynamics of Condensed Ionic Systems

Abstract

In considering the thermodynamics of condensed ionic systems, primary emphasis will be given to those types which have not been widely investigated, at least until recently. Special attention will be given to systems continuously miscible from the fused salt to dilute solution in a polar solvent. Mixed fused salts will also be considered as well as phase separation and critical phenomena for any type of ionic system. The most important theories are given briefly; the status of more complex or less important theories is described. Semi-empirical equations are discussed where they are the best method of representing the experimental data.