JEE Main 2020 — Solid State Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2020 (Online) 8th January Evening Slot
Question
Which of the following compounds is likely to
show both Frenkel and Schottky defects in its
crystalline form?
Choose an option
Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
BAgBr
Step-by-step explanation
Since AgBr has intermediate radius ratio. AgBr shows both, Frenkel as well as Schottky
defects.
ZnS only shows Frenkel defects.
KBr, CsCl only shows Schottky defects.
ZnS only shows Frenkel defects.
KBr, CsCl only shows Schottky defects.
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