In an ionic crystalline solid,atoms of element $Y$ form an $hcp$ structure. The atoms of element $X$ occupy one-third of the tetrahedral voids. What is the formula of the compound?

  • A
    $X_2 Y_3$
  • B
    $X Y$
  • C
    $X_3 Y_3$
  • D
    $X Y_2$

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