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QJEEM20Ch2a76: JEE Main 2020 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM20Ch2a76 Solution: Which of the following compounds is likely to show both Frenkel …
Which of the following compounds is likely to show both Frenkel and Schottky defects in its crystalline form?
Multiple Choice Options
- A CsCl
- B AgBr
- C ZnS
- D KBr
Step-by-Step Verified Solution
Since AgBr has intermediate radius ratio. AgBr shows both, Frenkel as well as Schottky defects.
ZnS only shows Frenkel defects.
KBr, CsCl only shows Schottky defects.
ZnS only shows Frenkel defects.
KBr, CsCl only shows Schottky defects.