Problem 1
1. For a bcc unit cell with an atomic density of 1.6 x 10^22 cm^-3, calculate the lattice constant.
2. Out of (100), (110) and (111) planes in a bcc unit cell, which plane has the highest atomic density and which plane has the lowest atomic density?
3. Repeat 1-2 for an fcc unit cell with the same atomic density.
4. Compare planar atomic densities and lattice constants for bcc and fcc unit cells in a table and make your comments.
5. In two crystal planes in a unit cell, one of the planes has a higher atomic density as compared to the other. Which plane do you think is more favorable for current conduction and why?
Problem 2
(a) Determine the Miller indices for the plane identified by the shaded region.
(b) Determine the crystallographic direction for the plane as shown by the shaded region.