In the angles between faces and the number of edges of equal length
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The number of sides a crystal has depends what minerals or elements make up the crystal. A cubic crystal has 6 sides. A hexagonal crystal with flat ends has 8. A hexagonal crystal with pointed ends has 18.
Crystal Symmetry is the ability of a crystal to shape by nature and has a symmetrical shape. It's also referred about the occupation of diamond cutters.
The surface of a crystal is called a flat face or a facet.
Graphite is an example of a hexagonal crystal. Beryl also forms a six sided crystal.Magnesium exhibits close packed hexagonal crystal structure.
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