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327-3001-00L 2 Credits BSC D-CHAB

Crystallography Practical (Basics)

Kristallographisches Grundpraktikum

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Thomas Weber

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:53:20

Abstract

Single crystal structures from current scientific projects will be characterized using modern x-ray techniques.

Objective

Application of x-ray scattering methods in crystallography and mineralogy

Content

Structural investigation of single crystals. Evaluation of scattering patterns (lattice constants, systematic extinctions, reflection intensities). Experiments with automatic single crystal diffractometers. Determination and refinement of simple crystal structures.

General Information

Language: German
Levels: BSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: end-of-semester examination

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
practical/laboratory course	Kristallographisches Grundpraktikum Voranmeldung beim Dozenten ist unbedingt nötig, danach wird Zeit und Ort bestimmt.	No time listed	4 h weekly

Offered In

Interdisciplinary Sciences Bachelor
- Physical-Chemical Direction
  - 4. Semester (Physical-Chemical Direction)
    - Electives (The Bachelor's programme in Interdisciplinary Sciences allows students to choose from any subject taught at a Bachelor's level at ETH Zurich. In consultation with the Director of Studies of Interdisciplinary Sciences, every student must establish his/her own individual study programme at the beginning of the 2nd year. See the Programme Regulations 2018 for further details.)