International
Tables for
Crystallography
Volume G
Definition and exchange of crystallographic data
Edited by J. R. Hester and B. McMahon

International Tables for Crystallography (2026). Vol. G. Early view chapter
https://doi.org/10.1107/97809553602060001011

Chapter 4.2 Core dictionary (coreCIF)


Index

Core dictionary version 3.3.0

_diffrn_measurement.specimen_attachment_type

Name:
_diffrn_measurement.specimen_attachment_type

Definition:

   
    The way in which the sample is attached to the sample holder,
    including the type of adhesive material used if relevant. The sample
    holder is usually wholly outside the beam, whereas the attachment
    method may cause non-sample material to be illuminated. If the
    attachment method is not included in the list below, 'other' should be
    chosen and details provided in _diffrn_measurement.specimen_support.

Type: Word


The data value must be one of the following:


epoxy
An epoxy glue.

oil
An oil.

grease
A type of grease, for example hydrocarbon or silicone grease.

frozen_liquid
A frozen liquid, not water or oil.

other
A method not listed here.

ice
The specimen is frozen in place using water ice.

mechanical
The specimen is held in place by mechanical forces, e.g. capillary or pressure cell.

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