Which of the following is correct for a two-dimensional closed-packed crystal?

  • A
    The packing fraction of square packing is more than hexagonal packing.
  • B
    The void fraction of hexagonal packing is more than square packing.
  • C
    In square packing,each atom is surrounded by six trigonal planar voids.
  • D
    In hexagonal close packing,each atom is surrounded by six trigonal planar voids.

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