Question 2

Suppose a solid solution is formed between two substances, one whose particles are very large and the other whose particles are very small. What kind of solid solution is this likely to be?

Answer

The given solid solution is the example of interstitial solid solution.

For example: tungsten carbide, where tungsten atoms are arranged in a face centred cubic pattern with carbon atoms in octahedral holes.

Popular Questions of Class 12 Chemistry

Recently Viewed Questions of Class 12 Chemistry

4 Comment(s) on this Question

Write a Comment: