An element (atomic weight =50 amu) crystallizes in fcc lattice with edge length a equal to 0.50 nm. What is the density (in g/cc) of unit cell if it contains 25% Schottky defects?(Use NA=6×1023)
A
2.0
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
2.66
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
3.06
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
None of the above
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is D2.0 25% of Schottky defects means it contains 3 atoms per unit cell instead of 4. Density (d)=nMVNA=3×50((5×10−8)3×6×1023)=2 g/cc