Question 37 of 62beginner🔧 ApplyNumerical2 marks
The diameter of zinc atom is 2.6 Å. Calculate (a) radius of zinc atom in pm and (b) number of atoms present in a length of 1.6 cm if the zinc atoms are arranged side by side lengthwise.
(a)
Answer
130 pm
(b)
Answer
atoms
Explanation
The radius is half of the diameter. To find the number of atoms arranged side by side, divide the total length by the diameter of a single atom. Ensure all units are converted consistently before calculation.