The compound MX has a density of 2.1 g/cm^3 and a cubic unit cell with a lattice parameter of 0.57 nm. The atomic weights of M and X are 28.5 and 30 g/mol, respectively. Based on this information, which of the following structures is/are possible: NaCl, CsCl, or zinc blende?

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The compound MX has a density of 2.1 g/cm^3 and a cubic unit cell with a lattice parameter of 0.57 nm. The atomic weights of M and X are 28.5 and 30 g/mol, respectively. Based on this information, which of the following structures is/are possible: NaCl, CsCl, or zinc blende? 

 

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