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Published on: August 14, 2026
The shortest distance between two Na + ions in rock-salt arrangement having edge length equal to 
picometers is-
A
2a
B
2a 
C
D
a
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Distance between two Na + is 
times of edge length
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