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If three elements X, Y and Z crystallize in a cubic solid with X atoms at the corners, Y atoms at the cube centres and Z atoms at the face of the cube, then write the formula of the compound.

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To find the formula of the compound formed by the elements X, Y, and Z in a cubic solid, we need to determine the contribution of each type of atom based on their positions in the unit cell. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Positions of Atoms:** - X atoms are located at the corners of the cube. - Y atoms are located at the center of the cube. - Z atoms are located at the faces of the cube. ...
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