NEET Chemistry NEET PYQ-The Solid State

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    A compound formed by elements X and Y crystallizes in a cubic structure in which the X atoms are at the comers of a cube and the Y atoms are at the face-centres. The formula of the compound is:

    A) \[X{{Y}_{3}}\]

    B) \[{{X}_{3}}Y\]

    C) XY

    D) \[X{{Y}_{2}}\]

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [a] In unit cell, X-atoms at the corners
    \[=\frac{1}{8}\times 8=1\]
    \[Y-\]atoms at the face centres\[=\frac{1}{2}\times 6=3\]
    Ratio of X and \[Y=1:3\]
    Hence, formula is \[X{{Y}_{3}}.\]


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