Practice - Direct vs. Indirect Bandgap
Practice Questions
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Define what a bandgap is.
💡 Hint: Think about the energy levels in an atom.
Name one direct bandgap semiconductor.
💡 Hint: It's used in LEDs.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary characteristic of a direct bandgap semiconductor?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when electrons drop to a lower energy state.
True or False: Silicon is a direct bandgap semiconductor.
💡 Hint: Recall the examples we discussed in class.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an LED circuit using a direct bandgap semiconductor. Discuss the material choice and operational characteristics as well as alternatives.
💡 Hint: Consider the applications of each material in the context of efficiency.
Evaluate the potential development of a new product utilizing an indirect bandgap semiconductor. What challenges would you face?
💡 Hint: Focus on the characteristics of indirect bandgaps.
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