Zinc oxide (white) is heated to high temperature for some time. Observe the following statements regarding the above process:
$I$. Zinc oxide colour changes to pale yellow
$II$. The type of defect formed is 'metal deficiency'
$III$. Some $Zn^{2+}$ and $e^{-}$ are present in interstitial places
The correct statements are:

  • A
    $I, II$ only
  • B
    $I, III$ only
  • C
    $II, III$ only
  • D
    $I, II, III$

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