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point group
One of 32 geometrically possible arrays of symmetry elements intersecting at a point. These symmetry elements are axes of rotation, both proper and improper (1 = i, 2 = m). All minerals having the symmetry of one point group belong to the same crystal class. Compare: symmetry; crystal class; space group.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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