In which of the following crystals, alternate tetrahedral voids are occupied?
A
`NaCl`
B
`ZnS`
C
`CaF_(2)O`
D
`Na_(2)O`
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The correct Answer is:
B
In `ZnS` structure, sulphide ions occupy all the lattice points while `Zn^(2+)` ions are present in alternate tetrahedral voids.
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