The chromium metal film crystallized in a body-centered cubic cell. How many chromium atoms are there per unit cell?  A.) 1 B.) 2 C.) 3 D.) 4

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In the process of chemical vapor deposition (CVD), a chromium compound in the gas phase is decomposed on a hot surface. The result is a thin film of chromium metal formed on the surface. CVD has been studied by the Raytheon Corporation in El Segundo,CA for use in satellite and defense systems. The chromium metal film crystallized in a body-centered cubic cell. How many chromium atoms are there per unit cell? 

A.) 1

B.) 2

C.) 3

D.) 4

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