Q34 / 77 · NTA Abhyas (JEE Main) 2020 · Chemistry · Solid State

In which of the following crystals alternate tetrahedral voids are occupied ?

  • A
    NaCl
  • Correct answer
    B
    ZnS
  • C
    CaF2
  • D
    Na2O

Solution

In ZnS structure, sulphides occupy all the lattice points while Zn2+ ions are present in alternative tetrahedral voids.
NaCl has FCC structure and Na+ atom occupied all octahedral hole.
CaF2 has FCC structure and all T-holes will occupied by guest.
Na2O has FCC sturcture and all T-holes will occupied by guest.

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

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