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Matthieu Wyart1

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This study derives a relation between vibrational entropy and particle displacement in liquids. It reveals correlations between key temperatures and specific heat jumps, linked to the Boson peak

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Area of Science:

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Materials Science
  • Physical Chemistry

Background:

  • Understanding the relationship between vibrational entropy and particle dynamics is crucial for explaining the behavior of liquids, particularly near the glass transition.
  • The Kauzmann temperature (TK) and Vogel-Fulcher temperature (T0) are key parameters in describing liquid dynamics and thermodynamic properties.
  • The Boson peak, a feature in the vibrational density of states of amorphous solids and liquids, is thought to play a role in dynamical arrest.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To derive an approximate relationship between vibrational entropy and the mean square displacement of particles in liquids.
  • To investigate correlations between thermodynamic properties (entropy, specific heat) and dynamic properties (fragility, viscosity) across various liquids.
  • To explore the role of the Boson peak in the context of these observed correlations and dynamical arrest.

Main Methods:

  • Derivation of an approximate relation connecting vibrational entropy and mean square displacement.
  • Analysis of short-time dynamics data from liquids exhibiting a range of fragilities.
  • Extrapolation of vibrational entropy and comparison with established liquid dynamics models (Vogel-Fulcher).

Main Results:

  • A correlation T{K} ≈ T{0} is found when crystal entropy is significantly smaller than liquid entropy at the glass transition temperature (Tg).
  • The jump in specific heat related to vibrational entropy is minimal for strong liquids and increases with liquid fragility.
  • These findings are suggested to originate from the stiffening of the Boson peak as temperature decreases.

Conclusions:

  • The derived relationship and observed correlations provide insights into the behavior of liquids approaching the glass transition.
  • The stiffening of the Boson peak under cooling is highlighted as a significant factor influencing dynamical arrest.
  • The study underscores the importance of vibrational dynamics and the Boson peak in understanding the fundamental properties of disordered materials.