A mini-world of crystallography challenges

Welcome, Crystal Explorer!

Play through four modes to master crystal systems, symmetry, unit cells, and core facts. Earn points and climb the leaderboard.

Levels

  • 1️⃣ Crystal System Match-Up (now with interactive 3D)
  • 2️⃣ Symmetry Challenge
  • 3️⃣ Build-a-Crystal (NaCl 2D)
  • 4️⃣ Crystallography Quiz Show

Unlock next level when you reach the threshold score.

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Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
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Level 1: Crystal System Match-Up

Rotate the 3D crystal and pick the correct system. Bonus: match a mineral!

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Score: 0 / Target: 40 to unlock Level 2

Bonus Round: Mineral → System

Choose the crystal system for the mineral shown.

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Level 2: Symmetry Challenge

Identify the symmetry operation highlighted in the diagram.

Score: 0 / Target: 40 to unlock Level 3

Level 3: Build-a-Crystal (NaCl 2D projection)

Drag ions to complete a simplified NaCl unit cell projection. Place Cl⁻ at corners and face centers; place Na⁺ at edge centers (2D simplification).

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Score: 0 / Target: 30 to unlock Level 4

Level 4: Crystallography Quiz Show

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