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What is the origin of the word 'crystal'?
What is the origin of the word 'crystal'?
- It is derived from the Latin word 'crystallus', meaning 'shiny mineral'
- It originates from the Sanskrit word 'kristala', meaning 'transparent rock'
- It comes from the Greek word 'krystallos', meaning 'clear ice' (correct)
- It is derived from the Egyptian word 'kheres', meaning 'precious stone'
What does a crystal consist of?
What does a crystal consist of?
- Solid matter with atoms arranged in a regular, repeating pattern (correct)
- Molten matter with random atomic structure
- Liquid matter with irregular atomic arrangement
- Gas particles with no specific arrangement
Where can crystals form?
Where can crystals form?
- Both organically and inorganically (correct)
- Only in plants and animals
- Only inorganic materials
- Exclusively in laboratory settings
Which of these materials are crystalline?
Which of these materials are crystalline?
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What is the unique composition of diamonds?
What is the unique composition of diamonds?
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