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crystal

Solid material whose constituent atoms, molecules, or ions are arranged in an ordered lattice extending in all three spatial dimensions

EntityQ43533

Also known as crystalline solid

Subclass of: solid
, chemical substance
, specific rock object

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A crystal or crystalline solid is a solid material whose constituents are arranged in a highly ordered microscopic structure, forming a crystal lattice that extends in all directions. In addition, macroscopic single crystals are usually identifiable by their geometrical shape, consisting of flat faces with specific, characteristic orientations. The scientific study of crystals and crystal formation is known as crystallography. The process of crystal formation via mechanisms of crystal growth is called crystallization or solidification.

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Different from: Kristall
Crystal
Studied by: crystallography
Manifestation of: crystallinity

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