The cubic unit cell structure of a compound containing cation $M$ and anion $X$ is shown below. When compared to the anion,the cation has a smaller ionic radius. Choose the correct statement$(s)$:
$(A)$ The empirical formula of the compound is $MX$.
$(B)$ The cation $M$ and anion $X$ have different coordination geometries.
$(C)$ The ratio of $M-X$ bond length to the cubic unit cell edge length is $0.866$.
$(D)$ The ratio of the ionic radii of cation $M$ to anion $X$ is $0.414$.

  • A
    $A, B$
  • B
    $A, D$
  • C
    $A, C$
  • D
    $B, C$

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