Overview
Solidification and crystal growth are fundamental processes in materials science that determine the properties of various materials. Solidification occurs when a liquid transitions to a solid state, while crystal growth involves the formation of ordered structures from a solution or melt. Understand...
Key Terms
Example: Nucleation occurs when a liquid begins to solidify.
Example: The crystal lattice of sodium chloride forms a cubic structure.
Example: Water undergoes a phase transition when it freezes into ice.
Example: A slow cooling rate can produce larger crystals.
Example: Diffusion is essential in the growth of crystals from a solution.
Example: Homogeneous nucleation happens in pure substances without impurities.
Related Topics
Phase Diagrams
Study of the relationships between phases of a material at different temperatures and pressures.
intermediateThermodynamics of Materials
Understanding the energy changes during phase transitions and material behavior.
advancedMaterials Characterization
Techniques used to analyze the properties and structures of materials.
intermediateKey Concepts
NucleationCrystal LatticePhase TransitionCooling Rate