Why it is impossible to pack atoms, molecules and ions without any empty space between them?

Constituent particles are assumed to be hexagonal.

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Constituent particles are assumed to be squares

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Constituent particles are assumed to be spheres

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Constituent particles are assumed to be rectangular

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The correct option is C
Constituent particles are assumed to be spheres

In close packing of solids, the constituent particles, i.e. the atoms, molecules and ions are assumed to be spheres.

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