Ceramics are non-metallic, non-organic materials.

They exhibit excellent resistance to high temperatures. Although they have comparatively low densities, they are extremely hard but tend to be brittle. They show good resistance to both abrasives and chemicals.

A material grown as a monocrystal, generally to a specific orientation, dimension and surface finish. It may contain a dopant.

Single crystals are usually made to order.

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