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LATTICE DEFECT [1 record]

Record 1 2007-07-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Atomic Physics
DEF

A discontinuity in the pattern of atoms or ions in the crystal lattice of solids.

OBS

There are point defects (such as vacancies or interstitials), linear defects (such as dislocations) and plane defects (such as twinnings).

OBS

lattice defect: term standardized by ISO.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique atomique
DEF

Discontinuité dans l'agencement des atomes ou des ions dans le réseau cristallin des solides.

OBS

On distingue les défauts ponctuels (tels que les lacunes ou les interstitiels), les défauts linéaires (tels que les dislocations) et les défauts plans (tels que les macles).

OBS

défaut : terme normalisé par l'ISO.

Spanish

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