isothermal sections

Isothermal sections are charts used in materials science to show how different elements or compounds mix at a specific temperature. Imagine a map where each point represents a different combination of ingredients, and the colors or areas indicate whether the mixture will form a single solid solution or separate into multiple phases. These sections help scientists understand which combinations are stable at that temperature, guiding the development of alloys and materials with desired properties. Essentially, they visualize the phase behavior of materials at a constant temperature, aiding in predicting how materials will perform.