mixed crystal

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noun

chem a crystal consisting of a solid solution of two or more distinct compounds

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In the UK, COTTON CANDY is more commonly known as…

candystring

candyfloss

candypuff

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How to use mixed crystal in a sentence

In this case the solid phase is a solid solution or a mixed crystal.
The Phase Rule and Its Applications|Alexander Findlay
The mixed crystal of definite constant melting point (minimum point) contains 59 mols.
The Phase Rule and Its Applications|Alexander Findlay