Schottky defect is:

Vacancy of ions

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Delocalization of ions

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Interstitial vacancy of ions

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Vacancy of only cations

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Solution

The correct option is A Vacancy of ions
In Schottky defect, some of the lattice points are unoccupied (vacancies or holes). The number of missing cations and anions is the same, thus crystal remains neutral.

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