Quiz on Solid State Physics

What is the primary characteristic of crystalline solids?

• Definite repetition pattern

• Random arrangement of atoms

• Irregular atomic structure

• Absence of periodicity

Which of the following is an example of an amorphous solid?

• Quartz

• Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) in glass form

• Diamond

• Sodium Chloride (NaCl)

What is the significance of x-ray diffraction in solid state physics?

• It measures the temperature of solids

• It helps in determining the color of crystals

• It allows for the study of crystal imperfections

• It provides evidence for the periodicity of crystal structures

Which type of lattice is defined by three translation vectors?

• Bravais lattice

• Cubic lattice

• Primitive lattice

• Hexagonal lattice

What is the coordination number for a simple cubic structure?

• 8

• 12

• 6

• 4

Which of the following describes the atomic packing factor (APF) for face-centered cubic (FCC) structures?

• 0.52

• 0.68

• 0.74

• 0.80

What is the primary bonding type in ionic crystals?

• Ionic bonding

• Metallic bonding

• Van der Waals forces

• Covalent bonding

Which crystal structure is characterized by a body-centered cubic arrangement?

• CsCl

• NaCl

• HCP

• BCC

What is the main factor that influences the cohesive energy of a crystal?

• Magnetic forces

• Electrostatic interactions

• Gravitational forces

• Temperature

Which of the following is a characteristic of covalent bonding?

• Non-directional properties

• Strong directional properties

• Weak binding energy

• High conductivity