In a face-centered cubic lattice of $X$ and $Y$ atoms,$X$ atoms are present at the corners while $Y$ atoms are at the face centers. If two atoms of $X$ are missing from the corners,what is the formula of the compound?

  • A
    $X_3Y_4$
  • B
    $X_3Y_{12}$
  • C
    $XY_4$
  • D
    $X_2Y_4$

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