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A '''crystal''', in terms of [[geology]], refers to the molecular lattice shape that is created during the formation of [[ | A '''crystal''', in terms of [[geology]], refers to the molecular lattice shape that is created during the formation of [[mineral]]s, including [[gemstone]]s. [[Diamond]]s, in particular, have a very unified crystalline [[covalent bond]], which gives them their reknowned strength. | ||
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A crystal, in terms of geology, refers to the molecular lattice shape that is created during the formation of minerals, including gemstones. Diamonds, in particular, have a very unified crystalline covalent bond, which gives them their reknowned strength.