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crystallography

 

[ ˌkrɪstəˈlɒɡrəfi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

science

Crystallography is the branch of science that deals with the study of crystals, their structure, and properties. It involves the analysis of the arrangement of atoms in crystalline solids and the study of their geometric and physical properties.

Synonyms

crystallographic analysis, crystallographic study

Examples of usage

  • The use of X-ray crystallography has revolutionized the study of molecular structures.
  • Crystallography plays a crucial role in various scientific fields such as chemistry and material science.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

Crystallography is also used in technology for the development of new materials with specific properties. It helps in understanding the atomic arrangements in materials and how they contribute to the overall behavior.

Synonyms

atomic arrangement study, material structure analysis

Examples of usage

  • Crystallography techniques are essential in the design of advanced materials.
  • The advancements in crystallography have led to innovations in the field of nanotechnology.

Translations

Translations of the word "crystallography" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cristalografia

🇮🇳 क्रिस्टलोग्राफी

🇩🇪 Kristallographie

🇮🇩 kristalografi

🇺🇦 кристалографія

🇵🇱 krystalografia

🇯🇵 結晶学 (けっしょうがく)

🇫🇷 cristallographie

🇪🇸 cristalografía

🇹🇷 kristalografi

🇰🇷 결정학 (gyeoljeonghak)

🇸🇦 علم البلورات (ilm al-bulūrat)

🇨🇿 krystalografie

🇸🇰 kryštalografia

🇨🇳 晶体学 (jīngtǐxué)

🇸🇮 kristalografija

🇮🇸 kristallafræði

🇰🇿 кристаллография

🇬🇪 კრისტალოგრაფია

🇦🇿 kristalloqrafiya

🇲🇽 cristalografía

Etymology

The term 'crystallography' originated from the Greek words 'krystallos' meaning 'frozen' or 'clear' and 'grapho' meaning 'I write'. It has a rich history dating back to the 17th century when the study of crystals began to take shape. Over the years, crystallography has become a fundamental tool in various scientific disciplines and continues to contribute significantly to our understanding of the molecular world.

See also: crystallization, crystallize, crystals, crystalware.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,490, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.