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TS EAMCET · Chemistry · Solid State

A compound having elements \(X\) and \(Y\) crystallises in a cubic structure, where \(X\) is at the corner position and \(Y\) is at the center of the cube. The correct formula of the compound is

  1. A \(X Y\)
  2. B \(X_3 Y\)
  3. C \(X Y_2\)
  4. D \(X Y_3\)
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(A) \(X Y\)

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Detailed explanation

In a cubic structure. Number of \(X\)-atoms per unit cell \(=\frac{8}{8}=1\) Number of \(Y\)-atoms per unit cell \(=1\) Thus, formula is \(X Y\).
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