Cubic Crystal Lattices
Cubic Crystal Lattices
This Demonstration lets you visualize and explore four different cubic crystal lattices: simple cubic (sc), body-centered cubic (bcc), face-centered cubic (fcc), and the diamond lattice (diam). The cubic cell, primitive unit cell, and additional next-neighbor bonds within the cell ("internal bonds") can be displayed alone or in conjunction with one another. You can click an atom to mark it in a different color. You can rotate the graphic with your mouse to take a closer look at the structure from different angles. This Demonstration puts a particular focus on a fully customizable layout for personal use, education, or illustration: from the default settings to a metallic sheen, candy colors, or a vintage black-and-white look.