Which kind of defect is shown by the given crystal?
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a
Schottky defect
b
Frenkel defect
c
Schottky and Frenkel defects
d
Substitution disorder
answer is A.
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Detailed Solution
In the given crystal structure, equal number of cations and anions are missing (two K+ and two Cl- ) from their normal lattice sites and the crystal maintains its electrical neutrality. Hence, this is Schottky defect.