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What is the formula for this ionic crystal ?

What is the formula for this ionic crystal ?-example-1

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ZnS

Step-by-step explanation:

Because there are two tetrahedral holes per anion (sulfide ion) and one-half of these holes are occupied by zinc ions, there must be 1 2 1 2 × 2, or 1, zinc ion per sulfide ion. Thus, the formula is ZnS. Check Your Learning

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