Crystallogeny

/ˌkrɪstəˈlɒdʒəni/ noun

Definition

The process or study of how crystals originate and form, including the conditions and natural forces that lead to crystallization.

Etymology

From crystal combined with -geny (from Greek genesis meaning 'origin' or 'becoming'). This noun form was established in mineralogy in the 19th century as scientists sought to understand the mechanisms behind crystal formation in nature.

Kelly Says

The crystallogeny of diamonds tells an epic story: carbon atoms subjected to crushing pressure and intense heat deep in the Earth's mantle for billions of years eventually arrange themselves into the hardest natural material known.

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