What data is recorded from an X-ray diffraction experiment?

The data collected from a diffraction experiment is a reciprocal space representation of the crystal lattice. The position of each diffraction ‘spot’ is governed by the size and shape of the unit cell, and the inherent symmetry within the crystal.

What is diffraction data?

X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) is a rapid analytical technique primarily used for phase identification of a crystalline material and can provide information on unit cell dimensions. The analyzed material is finely ground, homogenized, and average bulk composition is determined.

What do you mean by crystallography?

crystallography, branch of science that deals with discerning the arrangement and bonding of atoms in crystalline solids and with the geometric structure of crystal lattices. Classically, the optical properties of crystals were of value in mineralogy and chemistry for the identification of substances.

Why do we observe peaks of different heights in the XRD pattern?

EACH DIFFRACTION PEAK SHOW A PLANE IN LATTICE OF THAT MATERIAL. HEIGHTS OF A PLANE SHOW HOW MUCH X-RAY GET DIFFRACTED FROM A PARTICULAR LATTICE PLANE AND THAT SHOW DOMINANCE OF THAT PLANE IN THAT MATERIAL.

What is an X-ray diffraction pattern?

An X-ray diffraction pattern is a plot of the intensity of X-rays scattered at different angles by a sample

What diffraction data file formats does diffractometer match support?

Diffraction Data File Formats Match! is able to read (import) the following diffraction data file formats of diffractometer manufacturers: Bruker/Siemens raw data (*.raw) Bruker/Siemens DIFFRAC AT peak (dif) data (*.dif) DRON-3 G670 raw data (*.gdf) GNR raw data (formerly Ital Structures raw data) (*.esg) INEL raw data (*.dat)

How do I read/import a diffraction data file?

In order to read/import a diffraction data file, please select the “Diffraction data” command from the “File/Import” menu. Match! is capable of identifying all currently supported diffraction data file formats automatically(at least if you select “All files (automatic detection) (*.*)” at the bottom of the “Select diffraction data” dialog).

How to identify phases from powder diffraction data?

Match! is an easy-to-use software for phase identification from powder diffraction data. It compares the diffraction pattern of your sample to a database containing reference patterns in order to identify the phases which are present. Additional knowledge about the sample like known phases, elements or density can be applied easily.