The Number of Atoms in a Body-Centered Cubic Unit Cell

question 119

Multiple Choice

The number of atoms in a body-centered cubic unit cell is

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 8

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Definitions:

Citric Acid Cycle

A series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetate derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into carbon dioxide.

Glycolysis

The metabolic pathway that converts glucose into pyruvate, generating energy in the form of ATP.

Anaerobic Respiration

A form of respiration that occurs in the absence of oxygen, where energy is produced by the breakdown of glucose through processes such as fermentation.

Lactate

Lactate is a compound produced when glucose is broken down and oxidized under anaerobic conditions, playing a significant role in energy production during intense exercise.