The coordination number of $Ba^{2+}$ ion in Barium fluoride $(BaF_2)$ is $8$. What must be the coordination number of fluoride ion $(F^{-})$?

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $3$
  • C
    $4$
  • D
    $6$

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