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Question

In which pair most efficient packing is present?

A

$hcp$ and $bcc$

B

$hcp$ and $ccp$

C

$bcc$ and $ccp$

D

$bcc$ and simple cubic cell

Answer

$hcp$ and $ccp$

Explanation

Solution

Packing efficiency for $hcp$ and $ccp$ is $74\%$ and that of $bcc$ is $68\%$ and of simple cubic cell is $52.4\%$ .