Question

Frenkel defect is caused due to

[MP PET 1994]

• A. An ion missing from the normal lattice site creating a vacancy
• B. An extra positive ion occupying an interstitial position in the lattice
• C. An extra negative ion occupying an interstitial position in the lattice
• D. The shift of a positive ion from its normal lattice site to an interstitial site

Answer 1

The correct option is D The shift of a positive ion from its normal lattice site to an interstitial site

Frenkel's defect is due to shift of an ion from the normal lattice site (Creating a vacancy) and occupy interstitial spaces.