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When molten zinc is converted into solid state, it acquires hcp structure. The number of nearest neighbours will be

1. 6
2. 12
3. 8
4. 4

Correct answer: 12

Solution

In an hcp (hexagonal close-packed) structure, each atom is surrounded by 12 nearest neighbors due to its efficient packing arrangement.

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