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why is Frenkel defects not found in pure alkali metal halides ?

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Frenkel defects is not found in alkali metal halides because the ions cannot get into the interstitial sites due to their larger size.
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  • In Frenkel defect

    A
    decreases the density of crystal
    B
    is shown by substance having no difference in size of ions
    C
    increase the dielectric constant of crystal
    D
    is a non stoichlometric defect
  • Due of Frenkel defect

    A
    Density of the crystal increases
    B
    Conducation and increases
    C
    Conduction decreases
    D
    Crystal becomes charged electrically
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