In the amorphous form, Fe has an atomic radius of r=1.40 Å. Using the spherical cluster approximation, determine how many surface atoms are in a spherical Fe cluster that has a radius of 10 nm.

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In the amorphous form, Fe has an atomic radius of r=1.40 Å. Using the spherical
cluster approximation, determine how many surface atoms are in a spherical Fe
cluster that has a radius of 10 nm.
Transcribed Image Text:In the amorphous form, Fe has an atomic radius of r=1.40 Å. Using the spherical cluster approximation, determine how many surface atoms are in a spherical Fe cluster that has a radius of 10 nm.
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