Inclusion crystals and host–guest chemistry represent a dynamic field of research that explores the ability of crystalline materials to incorporate guest molecules through non‐covalent interactions.
Going back through time, cultures around the world—from ancient Sumer to Indus Valley, China, and South America—have believed crystals could evoke a kind of sorcery, conjure change, and heal disease.
v. 1. Preparation, purification, crystal growth and phase theory.- -v. 2. Imperfection chemistry of crystalline solids.--v. 3. Applications of imperfection chemistry ...