= Crystallographic disorder
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Crystallographic disorder refers to a situation in solid materials, particularly in crystalline solids, where there is a deviation from the ideal periodic arrangement of atoms or molecules in the crystal lattice. This disorder can manifest in various forms, such as: 1. **Occupancy Disorder**: Certain atomic sites in the crystal structure may be occupied by different types of atoms or molecules with varying probabilities.
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