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What type of packing is formed when the second row is placed above the first one in a staggered manner such that its spheres fit in the depressions of the first row?
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Options:
  • A Square close packing
  • B ABAB type packing
  • C Hexagonal close packing
  • D AAA type packing
Solution:
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The correct answer is: ABAB type packing
ABAB type packing is formed when the second row is placed above the first one in a staggered manner such that its spheres fit in the depressions of the first row, as mentioned in the paragraph.

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