Q.
The number of carbon atoms per unit cell of diamond is/are
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a
6
b
1
c
4
d
8
answer is D.
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Detailed Solution
Diamond has the same structure as zinc blend, Carbon forming ccp (FCC) and also occupying half of tetrahedral void; Total no.of carbon atoms per unit cell = 8×18+6×12+4=8
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