Polymer-mediated crystallization of inorganic solids: Calcite nucleation on poly(organosiloxane) surfaces

The controlled deposition of inorganic crystalline solids at polymeric surfaces is of considerable technological and biological interest. Advantages of such inorganic–polymeric metrices are their enhanced thermal and chemical stability, an important factor in the future design of polymer–ceramic com...

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Published in:Advanced materials (Weinheim) 1993-01, Vol.5 (1), p.49-51
Main Authors: Brisdon, Brian J., Heywood, Brigid R., Hodson, Annabelle G. W., Mann, Stephen, Wong, Kim K. W.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Applied sciences
Exact sciences and technology
Organic polymers
Physicochemistry of polymers
Properties and characterization
Special properties (catalyst, reagent or carrier)
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Summary:The controlled deposition of inorganic crystalline solids at polymeric surfaces is of considerable technological and biological interest. Advantages of such inorganic–polymeric metrices are their enhanced thermal and chemical stability, an important factor in the future design of polymer–ceramic composites. The coral‐like growths of calcium silicate shown in the Figure overgrow deposited calcite at high catalyst concentrations.
ISSN:0935-9648
1521-4095
DOI:10.1002/adma.19930050111