Crystal Symmetry Flashcards
1
Q
Regularity of position like faces, edges, distances
A
Crystal symmetry
2
Q
Division of crystal
in similarly placed halves
Such that:
1 is mirror image of another
A
Plane of symmetry
3
Q
An imaginary point drawn or placed within the crystal
Such that:
Any line passing through this point intersects the opposite face of crystal in same distances
A
Centre of symmetry
4
Q
A line which the crystal may be rotated
Such that:
It presents same appearance of crystal more than once during complete rotation
A
Axis of symmetry
