Describe the process of crystallization

What will be an ideal response?


Crystallization is the growth of a solid from a material whose atoms come together with a specific chemical composition and crystalline arrangement. Beginning with the formation of a single microscopic crystal, the crystal grows as more and more atoms bond to the crystal faces.

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A. You would see a rainbow of colors. B. You would see one line of emitted light, but it would be different for each element. C. You would see a series of very sharp lines of emitted light. D. Light is absorbed by heated elements so you would not see anything. E. none of the above

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The use of catalytic converters can reduce acid rain production.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the differences in the heating of land and water?

A) Soil has a higher specific heat than water. B) Water transmits through water better than soil. C) Water has mobility and is mixed in ocean currents. D) A greater amount of evaporation occurs over oceans than over land.

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Seafloor is destroyed at divergent boundaries

a. True b. False

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