Visualizing lattice/atoms in cubes?

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The discussion focuses on understanding the visualization of various crystal structures, including body-centered, face-centered, diamond, and zincblende lattices. A specific question is raised about the number of atoms present on different crystallographic planes, particularly why there are only two atoms in the 110 plane of GaAs in a diamond lattice. The participant initially struggled with visualizing these structures but found a book with illustrations that clarified their understanding. The conversation highlights the importance of visual aids in grasping complex atomic arrangements. Overall, effective visualization techniques are crucial for comprehending crystal structures and their atomic configurations.
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I have a lot of questions about body-centered, face-centered, diamond, zincblende, etc structures and how many atoms are in a face, or on the 100, 110, or 111 plane. I just want to know in general how I should visualize these. For example, why are there only 2 atoms in the 110 place of GaAs(which is meant to be a Diamond lattice?)

I have trouble seeing how there isn't more then the numbers listed for all the different structures.

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I found a book that explained it better with pictures, I think I understand it now. Thanks for asking.
 
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