The correct answer is C. No. of A atoms = 6. No. of C atoms = 6× = 4. ∴ Formula = C4A6 or C 2 A 3 .

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Chemistry Solid State General Single Correct MCQ

Published on: August 12, 2026

If the anions

form hexagonal closest packing and cations(c) occupy only 2/3 octahedral voids in it, then the general formula of the compound is CA

CA 2

C 2 A 3

C 3 A 2

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The correct answer is:

No. of A atoms = 6.

No. of C atoms = 6× = 4. ∴ Formula = C4A6

or C 2 A 3 .

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