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Due to Frenkel defect, the density of io...

Due to Frenkel defect, the density of ionic solids:

A

Density of the crystal increases

B

Conducation and increases

C

Conduction decreases

D

Crystal becomes charged electrically

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The correct Answer is:
B
Conduction increases due to the movement of ion in one direction and movement of hole on the other direction on applying electric field.
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