Skip to content
Question of 131

Q.The total number of atoms per unit cell of a face centred cubic crystal is :

(i) 01
(ii) 02
(iii) 03
(iv) 04
Odisha ChseOdisha CHSE +2 Science Board Exam 2018MCQ· 1mImportance★★★★★est
0% · 0/131 Questions
🔒 Locked · start free trial →

You're viewing a preview — the full solution, concept, methods & PYQ mapping are locked.

Start your 14-day free trial to unlock the full solution →

An FCC unit cell contains 4 atoms.

In a face-centred cubic lattice the atoms sit at two kinds of positions:

  • Corner atoms: there are 8 corners, and each corner atom is shared among 8 neighbouring cells, so each contributes 1/8 to this cell. Total from corners = 8 x 1/8 = 1 atom. …

Unlock everything free for 14 days

  • Full step-by-step solutions
  • Concept-first explanations
  • Methods, shortcuts & mistakes
  • PYQ mapping + timed mock tests

Full access for 14 days. No credit card required.