Calculating Fragility Index of Polymers with Slope Calculation for Tg=T Point"

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The discussion centers on calculating the fragility index of polymers, specifically focusing on the slope calculation at the glass transition temperature (Tg = T). The fragility index is a critical parameter that indicates whether a polymer is strong or fragile based on its response to temperature changes. The slope should be calculated at the Tg point, not over the entire curve, to accurately determine the fragility index for the specific material in question.

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Hi all, I'm trying to calculate a parameter of polymers known as the fragility index. I've attached an image of this curve, which can be either strong of fragile depending on the material. The image also contains the definition for calculating this.

However, I don't understand in the definition why it says to calculate the slope for Tg = T. Does that mean you calculate the slope at that point, or for the entire curve?

This is for my thesis, so it's not really homework. I apologize if this does not belong in this subforum.

Many thanks
 

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