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In ZnS (sphalerite) structure, the coordination number of `Zn^(2+)` and `S^(2-)` are respectively

A

6 and 6

B

8 and 8

C

4 and 4

D

8 and 4

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  • In zinc blends structure the coordination number of Zn^(2+) ion is

    A
    2
    B
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    C
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