In $N a C l$ lattice the coordination number of $C l^{-}$ ion is

2

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4

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6

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8

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Solution

The correct option is D $6$
Likewise, six sodium ions immediately surround each chloride ions, making the coordination number of chloride also equal to 6
C is correct option

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