Bragg equation to determine the lattice constants

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The discussion centers on the need for a reliable table of lattice constants for materials such as NaCl and LiF. Participants confirm that NaCl has a lattice constant of approximately 5.65 angstroms and LiF has a lattice constant of about 4.03 angstroms. Users are advised to verify these values across multiple reputable sources to ensure consistency. This information is crucial for accurate reporting in laboratory settings.

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Does anyone have a link or know a website where there is a table of values of lattice constants for NaCl, LiF etc?

I'm asking because I was supposed to be provided with a table of values for writing my lab report, but unfortunately the lecturer seemed to have got 'array'.

Any help and information on this would be appreciated.
 
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I googled both "lattice constant NaCl" and "lattice constant LiF" etc.

I'm seeing the values pop up -- just do them one at a time.. and make sure that the values you find for each are consistent on a couple websites. Ex. I'm finding 5.65 angstroms for NaCl, and 4.03 angstroms for LiF. These seem to be common optical materials... and therefore made by a lot of materials people that are good at listing this info.
 

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