Practice Common Crystal Structures in Compound Semiconductors - 3.3 | 3. Crystal Structures and Properties of Compound Semiconductors | Compound Semiconductors
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a common example of the Zinc Blende structure?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about a commonly used semiconductor in lasers and optics.

Question 2

Easy

How does the Wurtzite structure differ from Zinc Blende?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the geometry shapes.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What lattice type does the Zinc Blende structure exhibit?

  • Face-Centered Cubic
  • Hexagonal Close-Packed
  • Body-Centered Cubic

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the specific geometric arrangement of its atoms.

Question 2

True or False: Chalcopyrite is a cubic structure.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the different shapes discussed in this section.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given the direct bandgap nature of Zinc Blende and Wurtzite, how would their electronic applications differ in performance metrics?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how light and frequency affect their uses.

Question 2

Analyze the impact of the structural differences of Chalcopyrite compared to Zinc Blende on its suitability for solar cell technology.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the importance of the bandgap in solar energy conversion.

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