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Question
In which pair is most efficient packing is present?
Options
hcp and bcc
hcp and ccp
bcc and ccp
bcc and simple cubic cell
Solution
hcp and ccp
Explanation:
In hcp and ccp the packing efficiency is maximum (i.e. 74%), hence this pair of packing is considered as "most efficient packing".
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