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What is the coordination number of an atom in a simple cubic lattice?

  1. A4
  2. B8
  3. C12
  4. D6

Answer: D

In a simple cubic lattice each atom touches one neighbour along each of the 3 axes in both directions, giving 6 neighbours.
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