When Zn converts from melted state to its solid state, it has hcp structure, then find the number of nearest atoms.

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When Zn converts from melted state to its solid state, it has hcp structure, then find the number of nearest atoms. (A) 6 (B) 8 (C) 12 (D) 4

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hcp is a closed packed arrangement in which the unit cell is hexagonal and co-ordination number is 12. <img class="img-fluid question-image" alt="Solution" src="https://cdn.tardigrade.in/q/nta/c-itosis0cyjmyjrqw.jpg" />

Q. When Zn converts from melted state to its solid state, it has hcp structure, then find the number of nearest atoms.

6

8

12

4

hcp is a closed packed arrangement in which the unit cell is hexagonal and co-ordination number is 12.