A primitive cell is the smallest unit cell that contains the complete symmetry of a crystal lattice. In monoclinic conventional cell, it is the cell that is used to define the lattice parameters and is usually chosen to have the highest symmetry possible.
To find the primitive cell from a monoclinic conventional cell, you will need to perform a transformation called a "conventional to primitive cell transformation". This involves identifying the lattice vectors and applying a transformation matrix to convert the conventional cell to its primitive form.
Finding the primitive cell is important in crystallography because it helps to simplify the description of a crystal structure and allows for the identification of the underlying symmetry of the crystal. It also helps in understanding the physical and chemical properties of the crystal.
Yes, there are several software and tools available that can help in finding the primitive cell from a monoclinic conventional cell. Some examples include the Bilbao Crystallographic Server, Materials Project, and VESTA software.
Yes, in monoclinic crystals, the primitive cell can be different from the conventional cell. This is because the conventional cell is chosen to have the highest symmetry possible, while the primitive cell is the smallest unit cell that contains the complete symmetry of the crystal lattice.