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Glossary of Terms

Sixling

Form of contact twinning in which six interconnected crystals join at the base, forming a six-pointed formation. See also Rutile twin and Chrysoberyl Twin.

3D Animated Illustration of a Rutile Sixling
Crystals kindly provided by Smorf

 

Chrysoberyl Sixling



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