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A solid is formed by the elements X, Y, and Z. X atoms form an FCC lattice with Y atoms occupying all tetrahedral voids. Z atoms occupying half the octahedral voids. The formula of the solid is :

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X2Y4Z
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XY2Z4
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X4Y2Z
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X4YZ2
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Solution

The correct option is A X2Y4Z
Zeff of X=6×12+8×18=4
Zeff of Y= All Tetrehedral voids=8
Zeff of Z=12× octahedral voids=12×4=2
Formula X4Y8Z2=X2Y4Z

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