Phase Transformation Theory

Phase transformation theory describes how materials change from one structural form, or phase, to another—like ice melting into water or steel changing with heat. These transformations depend on temperature, pressure, and composition, and involve atoms rearranging into different patterns. Understanding these changes helps in designing materials with desired properties, such as strength or flexibility. The theory explains the conditions under which these transformations occur, the speed of change, and the resulting structures, allowing scientists and engineers to predict and control material behavior during manufacturing and use.