Chem Mantra
HomeCoursesOnline TestsForum
ForumQuestion BankSodium metal crystallizes in a body centred cub…
HARDMCQ SINGLEJEE Advanced ChemistryInorganic ChemistrySolid stateAchiever Section

Sodium metal crystallizes in a body centred cubic lattice with a unit cell edge of 4.29 Å. The radius of sodium atom is approximately:

A.5.72 Å
B.0.93 Å
C.1.86 Å✓ Correct
D.3.22 Å
Explanation

In the BCC structure the radius of sodium atom is 0 3 3 4.29A 4 4 r a x 0 =1.86A . Hence the correct answer is option (c)

Back to Question Bank

Practice More Like This

Take chapter-wise tests, track your progress, and master Solid state.

Start Free Practice →
Sponsored

Master Chemistry for JEE, NEET & IChO

Access 19,000+ solved questions with expert explanations, chapter-wise tests, and full video lectures — all in one platform.

JEE Advanced Chemistry
Explore Courses →Sign In Free