checkCIF procedure
PLAT113
PLAT113 Type_2 Report New space-group suggested by ADDSYM
Tests for missed symmetry are done with ADDSYM, an extended MISSYM (C) clone. These tests warn for missed or possible higher (pseudo) symmetry in the structural model (i.e. based on the coordinate data). Close examination of the situation at hand is indicated in order to prove/disprove the issue (usually in combination with the reflection data). Chiral molecules are incompatible with an inversion centre or (glide)planes. For an example of reported pseudo-symmetry see I.A.Guzei et al, (2002). Acta Cryst. C58, m141-m143. NOTE: H-atoms and disordered atoms (i.e. atoms with population less than 1.0) are not taken into account in the tests. This may artificially lead to a symmetry higher than the actual one. NOTE: Atoms are treated as having the same atom type in order to catch certain types of disorder or incorrect atom type assignment.

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