Question
Question: In the crystal lattice of diamond, carbon atoms adopt :...
In the crystal lattice of diamond, carbon atoms adopt :
A
Fcc arrangement along with occupancy of 50% tetrahedral holes
B
Fcc arrangement along with occupancy of 25% tetrahedral holes
C
Fcc arrangement along with occupancy of 25% octahedral hole
D
Bcc arrangement
Answer
Fcc arrangement along with occupancy of 50% tetrahedral holes
Explanation
Solution
Only two tetrahedral holes are occupied in diamond.