crystograph

/krɪˈstoʊɡrɑːf/

Definitions

1. noun

A device for producing or viewing crystals, especially one that allows the growth of crystals in a controlled environment.

“The scientist used a crystograph to study the properties of the newly formed crystal.”

2. verb

To produce or cause to form crystals, especially in a controlled environment.

“The researcher crystographed the solution to observe the crystal growth.”

Synonyms

  • crystal grower
  • crystallographer

Antonyms

  • amorphous
  • disordered