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crystal lattice Definition

crystal lattice

noun

the regular spaced pattern resulting when atoms, molecules, or ions are arranged to form a crystal

crystal lattice Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • metal: Dislocation A discontinuity in the crystal lattice of a metal.

Adjective modifier

  • perfect: Grain boundaries in polycrystals can be considered as two-dimensional defects in the perfect crystal lattice.

Modifies a noun

  • structure: There are presentation of many 3D crystal lattice structure image.