In the densest state of packing, each sphere is in contact with ______ neighbouring spheres.

A)
12
B)
8
C)
6
D)
4

Correct Answer :   12

Explanation : In the densest state of packing, sphere centres form a rhombohedral array with face angle α=60°. Thus, each sphere is in contact with 12 neighbouring spheres.

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A)
ductility
B)
porosity
C)
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D)
plasticity

Correct Answer : Option (D) :   plasticity

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A)
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B)
parallel to equipotential lines
C)
perpendicular to equipotential lines
D)
None of the above

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