potatowhisperer said:does carbon prefer one of them ? or does it occupy both of them ?
drvrm said:i have seen this discussion in detail and post you a reference -
An octahedral site is a specific arrangement of atoms in a crystal lattice, where six atoms are arranged at the corners of an imaginary octahedron.
Carbon is a small atom with a relatively large radius, making it a good fit for the octahedral site. Additionally, its electronic structure allows it to bond easily with other atoms in the crystal lattice.
No, octahedral sites can vary in size and shape depending on the crystal structure they are found in. However, they all have six atoms arranged in a similar manner.
Yes, carbon can also occupy tetrahedral and trigonal sites depending on the crystal structure. However, the octahedral site is the most preferred for carbon due to its size and bonding capabilities.
The preference for octahedral sites allows for the formation of strong and stable bonds between carbon atoms and other atoms in the crystal lattice. This can affect the physical and chemical properties of the crystal, such as hardness, electrical conductivity, and chemical reactivity.