How is the single crystal formation of complex advantaged over other? I want to know few areas that suggests its superiority.
The formation of a crystal from the supersaturated solution of a dissolved molecule or complex is something simple and complex at the same time:
Simple explanation: a crystal forms if the crystal lattice energy is higher than the solvation energy of the molecules.
More detailed explanation: not possible if you don't know details as the crystal structure and its energy. You can do DFT calculations on both the crystal structures and solvated molecules to find our their enery differences.
So, why do some compounds (molecules, complexes) crystallise better/faster than others? You cannot tell in advance (without knowing the details) and there are no simple rules.
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