Medium MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2020

Which of the following compounds is likely to show both Frenkel and Schottky defects in its crystalline form?

  1. A CsCl
  2. B AgBr Correct answer
  3. C ZnS
  4. D KBr

Solution

Since AgBr has intermediate radius ratio. AgBr shows both, Frenkel as well as Schottky defects. <br><br>ZnS only shows Frenkel defects. <br><br>KBr, CsCl only shows Schottky defects.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: States of Matter · Topic: Gas Laws

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