"jumping crystal" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: jumping crystals [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} jumping crystal (plural jumping crystals)
  1. (chemistry) A dynamic molecular crystal that undergoes sudden, violent physical movements when subjected to temperature changes or light. Related terms: thermosalience, thermosalient

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