Hemiprismatic

/ˌhɛmɪprɪzˈmætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Describing a crystal form that has the characteristics of a hemiprism, with partial prismatic symmetry.

Etymology

From 'hemiprism' plus '-atic', creating a descriptive adjective used in mineralogy and crystallography to classify crystal structures.

Kelly Says

Hemiprismatic crystals show how minerals follow mathematical rules but still have room for variation—it's like nature is a sculptor working within geometric constraints!

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