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what is definition of closed packing?a close packing plane is a plane that the atoms cannot be packed any closer?
Closed Packing: Definition & Planes
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The discussion centers on the concept of "close packing," which refers to the arrangement of spheres in three-dimensional space such that they cannot be packed any closer together. Two primary configurations are identified: cubic close packing and hexagonal close packing, both of which relate to the density of spheres. The conversation also clarifies that while the term is often applied in 3D, close packing can also be relevant in two-dimensional arrangements. Key resources provided include links to animations and detailed explanations of these packing concepts.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of geometric packing principles
- Familiarity with crystal lattice structures
- Basic knowledge of atomic theory and sphere geometry
- Awareness of 2D and 3D spatial arrangements
- Research "Cubic Close Packing" and its applications in materials science
- Explore "Hexagonal Close Packing" and its significance in crystallography
- Study the differences between 2D and 3D packing arrangements
- Investigate the role of atomic compression in crystal structures
Chemists, materials scientists, and students studying crystallography or solid-state physics will benefit from this discussion on close packing and its implications in atomic arrangements.