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Which of the following statements is correct in the zinc blende type structure of an ionic compound?

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Co-ordination number of each cation and anion is two
b
Co-ordination number of each cation and anion is four
c
Co-ordination number of each cation and anion is six
d
Co-ordination number of each cation and anion is eight

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Correct option is B

In ZnS, S2-ions are present in F.C.C. Lattice point Zn2+ ions are present in alternate  tetravoid.

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