Solvent effect on the kinetics of crystal growth

Experimental data for the solvent effect on the kinetics of crystal growth are summarised. The common analytical method based on the concept that crystallisation in solutions occurs essentially through random addition of particles to the crystal surface (normal growth mechanism) and the means for estimating the contribution of this mechanism are critically examined. The conclusion is made that the role of such a mechanism is overstated. A theory is formulated that enables the solvent effects pertaining to layered fasial crystal growth to be estimated. The bibliography includes 52 references.