Hexagonal Crystal System & HCP Structure - 3D Interactive Viewer | SolidState3D | SolidState3D

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Cell Y

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Hexagonal Lattice

The hexagonal system has a unique lattice with a = b ≠ c and γ = 120°. HCP is a close-packed variant with ABAB stacking and 74% packing efficiency.

Examples

Magnesium

Zinc

Titanium (α)

Cobalt

Cadmium

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