An $X^{+}Y^{-}$ ionic compound has a $bcc$ structure. The distance between two nearest ions is $1.73 \ \mathring{A}$. What is the edge length of the unit cell?

  • A
    $200 \ pm$
  • B
    $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{2}} \ pm$
  • C
    $142.2 \ pm$
  • D
    $\sqrt{2} \ pm$

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