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A crystal or crystalline solid is a solidmaterial whose constituent atoms,molecules, or ions are arranged in anorderly repeating pattern extending in all threespatial dimensions. The scientific study of crystals and crystal formation is known as crystallography. The process of crystal formation via mechanisms of crystal growth is called crystallization orsolidification. The word crystal is derived from the Ancient Greek word κρύσταλλος (krustallos), meaning "rock-crystal" but also "ice",[1] from κρύος (kruos), "icy cold, frost".[2][3] The word once referred particularly to quartz, or "rock crystal".
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Where does the word crystal come from?
The word crystal came from the Greek word kryos meaning icy cold.
What is the Greek word for crystal stream?
krystallina vera
What does the name Crystal mean?
From the English word, Crystal means "clear, colorless glass" sometimes cut into the shape of a gemstone. The English word is derived from the Greek word 'krystallos' which means "ice".
How did crystals get their name?
Quartz is a German word (quarz). People say the word means "cross-vein ore"
What a the word for observe number and angle of crystal faces?
Crystal Systems is the word for "observe number and angle of crystal faces."
How is the word crystal written in German?
Crystal in German is Kristall
What is the greek word for egg?
the greek word for egg is: avgo
What is the Greek word for golf?
There is no Greek word for golf. We use the word ''golf'' or in Greek letters ''Γκόλφ''.
What is the word for jeans in Greek?
There is no word for jeans in Greek. We use the word ''jeans'' or in Greek letters τζίνς.
What is the Greek word for turtle?
The greek word for animal is zodiac. The greek word for turtle is still unknown.
What is the Greek word fro psychology?
Psychology is a a Greek word. Greek : ψυχολογία
What is the Greek word for heavy?
The Greek word for heavy in Greek is Βαρύς(varis).
