Proposals for the Optimization of Crystal Growth in Gels

Crystal growth in gels is viewed under the aspect of diffusion and factors governing this. From simple diffusion experiments proposals for the modification of growth apparatus and growth regime are made to minimize quality decreasing effects. The application of diffusion measurement results on crystal growth in gels is shown by optaining NaHC₂O₄ × × H₂O crystals in silica gel (sodium metasilica gel respectively).