Thermodiffusive
The term thermodiffusive describes phenomena or processes that involve both heat transfer and mass diffusion. It highlights the interplay between temperature gradients and the movement of matter. When a temperature gradient exists within a mixture or a material, it can drive the diffusion of different components. This effect is particularly noticeable in systems where the diffusion rates of the components are sensitive to temperature.
Thermodiffusion is often referred to as the Soret effect. This effect can cause the separation of a
Applications of thermodiffusive principles can be found in various fields. In geology, it can influence the