Crystallization

Crystallization is a process that leads to solids with a uniform pattern of atoms or molecules, i. e. a crystal.

The uniform nature of a crystalline solid can be contrasted with amorphous solids in which atoms or molecules lack regular organization.
Crystallization can occur by various routes including precipitation from solution, freezing of a liquid, or deposition from a gas.
Attributes of the resulting crystal can depend largely on factors such as temperature, air pressure, cooling rate, or solute concentration.

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