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Crystal Defect
- 1. Vector repositioned (if necessary) to pass
through origin.
- 2. Read off projections in terms of unit
cell dimensions a1, a2, a3, or c
- 3. Adjust to smallest integer values
- 4. Enclose in square brackets, no commas
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1 2 3 4
0 – Dimensional Defects
- Point Defects
- Vacancy
- Interstitial
- Substitution
1 – Dimensional Defects
- Line Defects
- Edge Dislocation
- Screw Dislocation
Classification of Defects
2 – Dimensional Defects
- Plane Defects
- Grain Boundary
- Stacking Faults
3 – Dimensional Defects
- Extended Defects
- Pores
- Cracks