Crystallization in Nature
There are many examples of natural process that involve crystallization.
Geological time scale process examples include:
- Natural (mineral) crystal formation (see also gemstone);
- Stalactite/stalagmite, rings formation.
Usual time scale process examples include:
- Snow flakes formation;
- Honey crystallization (nearly all types of honey crystallize).
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