A metal X has an atomic radius of 0.126 nm. If the density and molar mass of X are 7.87 g cm3 and 55.85 g mol1, respectively. (a) (i) Determine the number of atoms per unit cell and the crystal structure of metal X. (ii) Determine the volume of the unit cell. (ii) Determine its planar density in [100], [110] and [111] directions.

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A metal X has an atomic radius of 0.126 nm. If the density and molar
mass of X are 7.87 g cm3 and 55.85 g mol1, respectively.
1.
(a)
(i)
Determine the number of atoms per unit cell and the crystal
structure of metal X.
(ii)
Determine the volume of the unit cell.
(ii)
Determine its planar density in [100], [110] and [111] directions.
(iv)
Explain which direction would be the most possible slip direction
when shear stress is applied.
(b)
Explain the role of matrix and reinforcement phase in a composite
material.
Transcribed Image Text:A metal X has an atomic radius of 0.126 nm. If the density and molar mass of X are 7.87 g cm3 and 55.85 g mol1, respectively. 1. (a) (i) Determine the number of atoms per unit cell and the crystal structure of metal X. (ii) Determine the volume of the unit cell. (ii) Determine its planar density in [100], [110] and [111] directions. (iv) Explain which direction would be the most possible slip direction when shear stress is applied. (b) Explain the role of matrix and reinforcement phase in a composite material.
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