Solid State Question 271

Question: Frenkel defect is caused due to

[MP PET 1994]

Options:

A) An ion missing from the normal lattice site creating a vacancy

B) An extra positive ion occupying an interstitial position in the lattice

C) An extra negative ion occupying an interstitial position in the lattice

D) The shift of a positive ion from its normal lattice site to an interstitial site

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Frenkel’s defect is due to shift of an ion from the normal lattice site (Creating a vacancy) and occupy interstitial spaces.