Question

Number of atoms in hcp unit cell is
(A)
4
(B) 6
(C)
12
(D)
7​

Answer 1

Answer:

option b-6.

Explanation:

12 atoms are present on the corners which contributes 1/3 in a unit cell, and 3 atoms are present inside the unit cell which contribute wholly ,and 2 atoms are present on the face center which contribute 1/2 in a unit cell.