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| − | [[ | + | In [[geology]], a '''euhedral''' is a [[crystal]] with well-defined crystal faces. In general, most crystals are composed of many small crystals which are not perfect fit together, and so lack a distinct crystal face. A euhedral crystal is one which is composed of a single crystal lattice, and is recognizable by a large, smooth, flat crystal face. |
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| − | *Pellant, Chris. ''The Complete Book of Rocks and Minerals'', Dorling Kindersley Inc.: New York (1995) | + | *Pellant, Chris. ''The Complete Book of Rocks and Minerals'', Dorling Kindersley Inc.: New York (1995), ''p. 250'' |
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Latest revision as of 12:12, July 13, 2016
In geology, a euhedral is a crystal with well-defined crystal faces. In general, most crystals are composed of many small crystals which are not perfect fit together, and so lack a distinct crystal face. A euhedral crystal is one which is composed of a single crystal lattice, and is recognizable by a large, smooth, flat crystal face.
Sources
- Pellant, Chris. The Complete Book of Rocks and Minerals, Dorling Kindersley Inc.: New York (1995), p. 250