CRYSTALLOGRAPHY

crystallography

(noun) the branch of science that studies the formation and structure of crystals

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

crystallography (uncountable)

The experimental science of determining the arrangement of atoms in solids.

The study of crystals.

Source: Wiktionary

Crys`tal*log"ra*phy (krs`tal-lg"r-f), n. Etym: [Gr. -graphy: cf. F. cristallographie. See Crystal.]

1. The doctrine or science of crystallization, teaching the system of forms among crystals, their structure, and their methods of formation.

2. A discourse or treatise on crystallization.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition