How to Grow a Large, Single Crystal: Part 2 | University at Buffalo

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This video is the second in a two-part series on how to grow a large, single crystal using alum. This video was produced by the University at Buffalo in partnership with the U.S. Crystal Growing Competition, founded by UB chemist Jason Benedict.

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00:00 Growing a Large, Single Crystal
00:35 Step 1: Tie Seed Crystal to a Wire or String
02:30 Step 2: Reheat Your Crystal Growing Solution
04:20 Step 3: Suspend Your Seed Crystal in Solution
06:44 Step 4: Place Your Crystal in a Dark, Quiet Spot
07:15 Step 5: Get Rid of "Parasitic" Crystals
10:50 Step 6: Put Any Leftover Seed Crystals Back into Your Solution

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