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twin crystal

twin crystal · twin crystals

Either of two separate crystals that share crystal lattice points in a symmetrical…Either of two separate crystals that share crystal lattice points in a symmetrical manner and intergrow.

» The peculiar form of the mineral known as staurolite is due to the twinning of two crystals at right angles.

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Meaning

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Either of two separate crystals that share crystal lattice points in a symmetrical manner and intergrow.

Examples

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The peculiar form of the mineral known as staurolite is due to the twinning of two crystals at right angles.
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Forms

plural: twin crystals

Singular	twin crystal
Plural	twin crystals

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Word family

2 related words

Relatedcrystal twinning twoling