Conoscopic

/ˌkɒnəˈskɒpɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or performed with a conoscope; describing the examination of crystal structure through optical properties.

Etymology

From 'conoscope' + Greek '-ic' (relating to), forming an adjective to describe methods, images, or analyses using a conoscope.

Kelly Says

Conoscopic imaging reveals the 'signature' of a crystal's internal symmetry—different crystals produce wildly different patterns, almost like fingerprints for minerals.

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