Crystal orientation effect under microgravity conditions

Attempts to grow single crystals of copper II oxalate by homogeneous chemical reaction under microgravity conditions have resulted in the observation of a curious crystallite orientation effect. A possible explanation of the effect in terms of weak magnetic fields is suggested.

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Published in:Journal of crystal growth 1996-06, Vol.163 (4), p.474-477
Main Authors: Lisgarten, J.N., Maes, D., Dao Thi, M.H., Wyns, L., key, D.L., Marks, J.A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cross-disciplinary physics: materials science
rheology
Exact sciences and technology
Growth in microgravity environments
Materials science
Methods of crystal growth
physics of crystal growth
Physics
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Summary:Attempts to grow single crystals of copper II oxalate by homogeneous chemical reaction under microgravity conditions have resulted in the observation of a curious crystallite orientation effect. A possible explanation of the effect in terms of weak magnetic fields is suggested.
ISSN:0022-0248
1873-5002
DOI:10.1016/0022-0248(95)00989-2