Source: wikibot/columnar-phase
= Columnar phase
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The columnar phase refers to a specific type of organization of certain materials, particularly in the context of liquid crystals and some types of crystal structures. Here's a breakdown of the concept: 1. **Liquid Crystals**: In the context of liquid crystals, the columnar phase is a type of ordered state where the molecules are organized into elongated, rod-like structures that form columns.