Which defect decreases density of the crystal?

Frenkel defect

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Schottky defect

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Both A and B

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C Schottky defect
Schottky defects occur due to the cation-anion pair's missing from the lattice sites. So, due to the absence of these ions, the density of crystal decreases.

Hence, the correct option is $B$

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(a) Interstitial defect (b) Vacancy defect

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