Metal A has an atomic radius of 125 pm

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Problem

Metal A has an atomic radius of 125 pm, and metal B has an atomic radius of 128 pm. When the two are melted together they form a uniform solid solution. Identify whether the alloy formed is most likely interstitial or substitutional.

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