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Mention two properties that are common to both hcp and ccp lattices. OR Give one property common to both hcp and ccp crystal lattices. - Chemistry

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Mention two properties that are common to both hcp and ccp lattices.

Give one property common to both hcp and ccp crystal lattices.

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Properties common to both hcp and ccp lattice are the same coordination number of the particles (i.e., 12) and the same packing efficiency (74%).

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