Chemical elements by crystal structure

Chemical elements can be categorized by their crystal structures, which describe how atoms are arranged in a solid material. These arrangements play a crucial role in determining the physical properties, stability, and behavior of materials. Here are some common types of crystal structures found in elemental solids: 1. **Face-Centered Cubic (FCC)**: - **Description**: Atoms are located at each of the corners and the centers of all the cube faces.