Crystal habit

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004790",
  "term": "Crystal habit",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The characteristic external shape or morphology of an individual crystal, reflecting its internal atomic structure and the conditions under which it grew. For ice crystals in the atmosphere, habit is determined by temperature and supersaturation, leading to forms like hexagonal plates, columns, needles, or dendrites. Observing crystal habit provides insights into cloud microphysics.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/crystal-habit/"
}