In spite of long-range order in the arrangement of particles,why are the crystals usually not perfect?
(N/A) This is because when crystallization takes place at either fast or moderate rates,the particles may not get sufficient time to arrange themselves in a perfect order. Consequently,defects or irregularities are introduced,making the crystals imperfect.
Explore More
Similar Questions
Among the following solids,Schottky defect is $NOT$ observed in-
Explain vacancy defect and interstitial defect.
Difficult
View SolutionWhich of the following statements is true about $Schottky$ defect?
Explain the following term with a suitable example:
$(iv)$ $F$-centres
$(iv)$ $F$-centres
Easy
View SolutionWhich of the following crystals exhibits both Schottky and Frenkel defects?
Easy
View SolutionVedclass Products
For Students
Vedclass Test Series
Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.
Start Free TrialFor Teachers
Exam Paper Generator
Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.
Try FreeFor Institutes
Online Exam Module
Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.
See Demo