5 Questions
In X-ray diffraction from a crystal with a face-centered-cubic (fcc) lattice, for which lattice plane is there NO diffraction peak?
$(2, 1, 2)$
In solid state physics, which property of a metal is not directly determined by the valence electrons?
Shear modulus
In solid state physics, the Hall coefficient, $R_H$, of sodium depends on
The charge carrier density only
According to the Bloch theorem, within a crystal, the wavefunction, $\psi(\mathbf{r})$, of an electron has the form
$\psi(\mathbf{r}) = u(\mathbf{r})e^{i\mathbf{k}\cdot\mathbf{r}}$
Which of the following is NOT a property directly determined by the valence electrons in a metal?
Young's modulus
Test your knowledge of solid state physics with this quiz featuring questions from the GATE-2010 exam. Challenge yourself with questions on topics such as valence electrons, electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and crystal structures. See how well you understand the fundamental concepts of solid state physics.
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