A crystal with a well-defined shape, such as a cube, probably:
A) does not reflect the arrangement of atoms in the lattice
B) grew early and so was forced to grow around other minerals
C) does not have a well-defined cleavage
D) will react with dilute hydrochloric acid
E) none of these

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The shape of a crystal, such as a cube, is a direct reflection of the arrangement of atoms in its lattice, indicating a well-defined internal structure. This does not necessarily relate to its growth history around other minerals, its cleavage properties, or its chemical reactivity with substances like dilute hydrochloric acid.

A Crystal with a Well-Defined Shape, Such as a Cube