In-situ observation of crystal surfaces by optical microscopy

Publication date: Available online 3 June 2016 Source:Progress in Crystal Growth and Characterization of Materials Author(s): Gen Sazaki, Ken Nagashima, Ken-ichiro Murata, Yoshinori Furukawa In this experimental course, attendees will learn how to obtain useful information about growth processes of crystals using ordinary optical microscopes, which are usually available in laboratories. We will demonstrate how thicknesses of crystals can be estimated from interference colors. We will also show in-situ observations of spiral steps and strain distributions by differential interference contrast microscopy and polarizing microscopy, respectively.
Source: Progress in Crystal Growth and Characterization of Materials - Category: Chemistry Source Type: research