Abstract

Surface morphology of {100} faces of LAP crystals was investigated by atomic force microscopy (AFM). Both the steps and the two-dimensional nuclei elongate along thebdirection, which is determined by the crystal structure. Fluctuations in the growth conditions could result in the formation of protuberances on the step fronts. Tree-like growth belts are initially observed on LAP crystals. It is assumed that the formation is caused by uneven liquid flow of the mother solution.

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