Cubic Crystal System
The Cubic Crystal System is one of the seven crystal systems in crystallography, characterized by its three equal axes that intersect at right angles. This symmetry results in a cube-like shape, making it easy to identify. Common examples of minerals that exhibit this structure include sodium chloride (table salt) and diamond.
There are three main types of cubic lattices: simple cubic, body-centered cubic, and face-centered cubic. Each type has a different arrangement of atoms within the cube, affecting the material's properties. The cubic system is significant in various fields, including materials science and solid-state physics.