polytype (Meaning)
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polytype (n.)
A cast, or facsimile copy, of an engraved block, matter in type, etc.
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polytype (v. t.)
To produce a polytype of; as, to polytype an engraving.
Synonyms & Antonyms of polytype
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polytype Sentence Examples
- The mineral calcite exhibits several polytypes, each characterized by a distinct stacking sequence of crystal layers.
- Diamond, typically categorized as a polytype, forms various allotropes with different crystal structures.
- Graphite, a polytype of carbon, exists in several forms based on the arrangement of graphene sheets.
- The polytype of silica known as quartz is a crucial component in sand, rocks, and glass.
- The polytypism of rutile, a common titanium mineral, has been extensively studied for its impact on material properties.
- Boron nitride, a polytype of hexangular boron nitride, exhibits exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity.
- The discovery of new polytypes has expanded the range of materials available for technological applications.
- The polytypes of hexagonal tungsten carbide exhibit varying levels of hardness, making them useful for cutting tools.
- The polytype of a mineral can influence its optical properties, such as the dispersion of light and the formation of rainbows.
- The polytypism of silicon carbide allows for tailoring its electronic and optoelectronic properties for semiconductor devices.
FAQs About the word polytype
A cast, or facsimile copy, of an engraved block, matter in type, etc., To produce a polytype of; as, to polytype an engraving.
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The mineral calcite exhibits several polytypes, each characterized by a distinct stacking sequence of crystal layers.
Diamond, typically categorized as a polytype, forms various allotropes with different crystal structures.
Graphite, a polytype of carbon, exists in several forms based on the arrangement of graphene sheets.
The polytype of silica known as quartz is a crucial component in sand, rocks, and glass.
