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Schottky defects are observed in solids with cations and anions of similar sizes. Which of the following compounds, therefore, is NOT likely to have a Schottky defect?(a) NaCl(b) AgCl(c) CsCl(d) KClThis question was addressed to me in exam.My enquiry is from Imperfections in Solids topic in section Solid State of Chemistry – Class 12

Answer» RIGHT answer is (B) AgCl

Best explanation: There is a considerable size difference between Ag CATION and CL ANION. Hence a Frenkel defect is more likely to occur than a Schottky defect.


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