body-centered cubic

The body-centered cubic (BCC) structure is a way atoms are arranged in some metals. Imagine a cube where atoms sit at each of the eight corners and one atom is right in the very center of the cube. This creates a repeating pattern that gives the metal specific properties, like strength and hardness. The BCC structure is common in materials like iron at certain temperatures, providing a stable and efficient way atoms pack together, influencing how the metal behaves under stress or heat.