The physical properties of silicate melts and the implications for the status and processes in the Earth's interior
Silicate melts have played an important role in petrologic and geodynamic processes throughout Earth's history.They serve as the crucial medium for material cycling and energy transfer within the Earth and terrestrial planets.The physical properties of silicate melts are highly active.To accurately interpret geological processes and phenomena intimately related to melting,it is essential to have a profound understanding of the physical properties of silicate melts at high temperatures and pressures.In recent years,remarkable progress has been made in the research on the physical properties of silicate melts.Through the combination of simulation calculations,not only has our understanding of the physical properties of melts been promoted,but also the mechanism for the changes has been elucidated.This paper summarizes the characteristics of the physical properties of silicate melts,demonstrates the pattern of variations with temperature,pressure,and composition,and analyzes the potential causes of these property changes.Additionally,the quantitative models are summarized for future reference,and some significant applications are elucidated.
silicate meltphysical propertyvolatilequantitative modelprocesses in the Earth's interior