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(a) What are interstitial compounds ? Write any one of their characteristics. (b) Out of the following elements, identify theelement which does notexhibit variable oxidation state : Cr, Co, Zn.

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Solution :(a) Compounds which are formed when small atoms LIKE H,C or N are TRAPPED inside the crystal lattices of metals
Characteristics : HIGH M.P, higher than those of pure metals
Very HARD, Retain metallic conductivity and chemically inertness. (
(b) Zn.


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