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Atoms of B forms fcc lattice and those of element A occupy alternate tetrahedral voids. The formula of the compound formed by elements A and B |
\(AB_2\) \(A_2B\) \(AB\) \(A_2B_3\) |
\(AB\) |
The correct answer is option 3. \(AB\). Number of particles (atoms, ions or molecules) of \(B\)=\(\frac{1}{8} × 8 + \frac{1}{2} × 3 = 4\) [Since, B forms fcc lattice] Number of particles (atoms, ions, or molecules) of \(A\) \(= 1 × 4 = 4\) [Since, A occupies alternate tetrahedral voids] Thus, \(A : B = 4 : 4\) or, \(A : B = 1 : 1\) Thus the formula of the compound will be \(AB\). |