of small crystals or sol
particles and the redeposition of the dissolved species
on the surfaces of larger crystals or sol
- The process occurs because smaller particles have a higher surface energy,
hence higher total Gibbs energy, than larger particles, giving rise to an apparent higher solubility.
- Modified from previous definition. The definition proposed here is recommended for its inclusion of sol particles.
PAC, 2007, 79, 1801
(Definitions of terms relating to the structure and processing of sols, gels, networks, and inorganic-organic hybrid materials (IUPAC Recommendations 2007))
on page 1824
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