In what form is the irregularly suitable phase of the atom in crystalline matter known? 

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RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On : 13 Jan 2019 Shift 2)
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  1. Catalytic Definition
  2. Local Defect 
  3. Label Defact
  4. Point Defect

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Option 4 : Point Defect
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The correct answer is Point Defect.

Key Points

  • A Point Defect refers to an irregularity or imperfection localized at a single lattice point within a crystalline material.
  • These defects are typically due to missing atoms (vacancies), extra atoms (interstitials), or impurity atoms substituting for host atoms.
  • Point defects can significantly affect the physical properties of materials, including their electrical, thermal, and mechanical properties.
  • Common types of point defects include vacancies, interstitials, and substitutional atoms.
  • Point defects play a crucial role in the processes such as diffusion and ionic conductivity.
  • The concentration and type of point defects can be controlled through thermal treatment and alloying.
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