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In a simple or primitive unit cell, what is the number of atoms per unit cell ?

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To determine the number of atoms per unit cell in a simple or primitive unit cell, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Simple Cubic Structure**: - A simple or primitive unit cell is characterized by having atoms located only at the corners of the cube. 2. **Counting the Corners**: ...
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