Problem: The primitive basis vectors of a direct lattice for body-centered cubic system are given by:
a = -a/2 i + a/2 j + a/2 k
b = a/2 i - a/2 j + a/2 k
c = a/2 i + a/2 j - a/2 k
a) Find the volume of the primitive cell using the vector product (V = |a · (b × c)|).
b) Find the volume of the unit cell using your answer from part (a).
c) Find the reciprocal lattice vectors a*, b*, and c*.
d) Find the reciprocal lattice vector Ghkl that is perpendicular to the (220) plane.
e) Find the d-spacing for the (220) planes using your answer from part (d).