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What are interstitial compounds ? How are they formed ? Give two examples. |
Answer» The compounds which are formed when small atoms like H, C or N are trapped inside the crystal lattices of metal are called interstitial compounds. Eg : TiC, `Fe_(3)H, VH_(0.56)` etc. `rarr` These are non stoichiometric and are neither typically ionic nor covalent. `rarr` They have high melting points, higher than of pure metals. `rarr` They are very hard, some borides approach diamond in hardness. `rarr` They retain metallic conductivity. `rarr` They are chemically inert. |
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