Point out the correct statement for the set of characteristics of ZnS crystal.

Options

A. Coordination number (4 : 4), ccp, `Zn^(++)` ion in the alternate tetrahedral voids
B. Coordination number (6 : 6), hcp, `Zn^(++)` ion in all tetrahedral voids
C. Coordination number (6 : 4), hcp, `Zn^(++)` ion in all octahedral voids
D. Coordination number (4 : 4), ccp, `Zn^(++)` ion in all tetrahedral voids

Answer

A

Explanation

ZnS has zinc blende structure. It has cubic close packed (ccp) structure. The `S^(2-)` ions are present at the corners of the cube and at the centre of each face. Zinc ions
occupy half of the tetrahedral sites. Each zinc ion is surrounded by four sulphide ions which are disposed towards the corners of a regular tetrahedron. Similarly, `S^(2-)` ion is surrounded by four `Zn^(2+)` ions,