A compound of formula A(2)B(3) has the h...

A compound of formula `A_(2)B_(3)` has the hcp lattice. Which atom forms the hcp lattice and what fraction of tetrahedral voids is occupied by the other atoms

A

hcp lattice `-A , (2)/(3)` Tetrahedral voids-B

B

hcp lattice `- B , (1)/(3)` Tetrahedral voids-A

C

hcp lattice `-B , (2)/(3)` Tetrahedral voids -A

D

hcp lattice `-A , (1)/(3)` Tetrahedral voids - B

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B

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