Q21 / 91 · KVPY 2020 (SB/SX) · Chemistry

A compound is formed by two elements M and N. Element N forms hexagonal closed pack array with 2/3 of the octahedral holes occupied by M. The formula of the compound is:

  • A
    M4 N3
  • Correct answer
    B
    M2 N3
  • C
    M3 N2
  • D
    M3 N4

Solution

Number of atoms of element 'N' per unit cell=6
Number of atoms of element M per unit cell
=23 (Number of octahedral voids per unit cell)
=23×6=4
M:N=4:6=2:3
Formula is M2 N3

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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