Calculate the edge length of a unit cell if a metal having an atomic radius of $170 \ pm$ forms a simple cubic unit cell.

  • A
    $3.40 \times 10^{-8} \ cm$
  • B
    $3.40 \times 10^{-8} \ cm$
  • C
    $5.12 \times 10^{-8} \ cm$
  • D
    $6.81 \times 10^{-8} \ cm$

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