A crystal is a solid with a structured arrangement of atoms or molecules in a repeating three-dimensional pattern known as a lattice. This organized structure imparts unique geometric shapes, symmetry, and properties to crystals.
They often have well-defined cleavage planes, break along specific directions, and exhibit optical and electrical characteristics. Crystallography studies the atomic arrangement, and crystals find applications in science, technology, and various industries due to their distinct properties.
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