NEETChemistrySolid State

How is a unit cell in a three-dimensional crystal structure characterized?

Options

ABy the number of lattice points it contains
BBy its color and shape
CBy its dimensions along the three edges and angles between the edges
DBy its atomic composition

Correct answer

C. By its dimensions along the three edges and angles between the edges

Step-by-step solution

A unit cell in a three-dimensional crystal structure is characterized by its dimensions along the three edges and the angles between the edges, as mentioned in the paragraph.

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