UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Mains · 2020 · Mains Paper I
Q2(b). Defects in CaCl₂ and AgBr
Question
What types of defects are shown by CaCl₂ and AgBr? Explain.
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All parts of Question 2
- 2(a) Tetrasulphur tetranitride: preparation, structure, properties15 marks
- 2(b) Defects in CaCl₂ and AgBr10 marks
- 2(c) Non-stoichiometric defects in transition metal compounds5 marks