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

A

2

B

4

C

6

D

8

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The correct Answer is:
B
Coordination number of `Zn^(2+)` ion in Zine blende = 4.
`Zn^(2+)` ion present in half of tetrahedral void formed by `S^(2-)` in fee unit cells.
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