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Schottky defect in crystals is observed ...

Schottky defect in crystals is observed when

A

unequal number of cations and anions is missing from the crystal lattice

B

equal number of cations and anions is missing from the crystal lattice

C

an ion leaves its normal site and occupies an interstitial site

D

density of the crystal is increased.

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