A solid compound contains X, Y and Z atoms in a cubic latti…

Chemistry Solid State General Single Correct MCQ

Published on: August 14, 2026

A solid compound contains X, Y and Z atoms in a cubic lattice with X atoms occupying the corners, Y atoms in the body centered positions and Z atoms at the centre of the faces of the unit cell. What is the empirical formula of the compound ?

XY 2 Z 3

XYZ 3

X 2 Y 2 Z 3

X 8 YZ 6

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The correct answer is:

X = = 1

Y = 1

Z = = 3

XYZ 3

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