Practice mode Solids

The smallest repeating unit which, when repeated in three dimensions, generates the whole crystal lattice is called the ____

Correct answer D. unit cell

Explanation

A unit cell is the smallest block of the lattice that shows its full pattern. Stacking identical unit cells in three dimensions produces the entire crystal.

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