dipyramidal

[dahy-puh-ram-i-dl]

dipyramidal Definition

  • 1having two pyramids joined at their bases
  • 2crystallography: having two pyramidal faces

Using dipyramidal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dipyramidal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The crystal has a dipyramidal structure.

  • Example

    The mineral has a dipyramidal habit.

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Summary: dipyramidal in Brief

The term 'dipyramidal' [dahy-puh-ram-i-dl] is an adjective used in crystallography to describe a crystal with two pyramidal faces or a structure with two pyramids joined at their bases. An example of its usage is 'The crystal has a dipyramidal structure.'