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
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