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crystal lattice

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crystal lattice
n.
A geometric arrangement of the points in space at which the atoms, molecules, or ions of a crystal occur. Also called space lattice.
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Noun1.crystal lattice - a 3-dimensional geometric arrangement of the atoms or molecules or ions composing a crystal
Bravais lattice, space lattice
lattice - an arrangement of points or particles or objects in a regular periodic pattern in 2 or 3 dimensions
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