Practice Problem Statement (4.2) - Device Physics of Compound Semiconductors
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Question 1 Easy

What is a direct bandgap?

💡 Hint: Think about how light-emitting diodes work.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of high carrier mobility.

💡 Hint: Consider the importance in high-frequency communications.

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Question 1

What property allows compound semiconductors to emit light efficiently?

Indirect Bandgap
Direct Bandgap
High Carrier Mobility

💡 Hint: Remember the function of LEDs.

Question 2

True or False: Compound semiconductors have lower carrier mobility than silicon.

True
False

💡 Hint: Look at specific values for GaAs and Si.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss how compound semiconductors can address challenges in high-frequency communication systems compared to silicon.

💡 Hint: Research the differences in switching speeds and application.

Challenge 2 Hard

Given a comparison between GaN and Si, what applications would you recommend for each based on their properties?

💡 Hint: Consider efficiency, switching speed, and thermal properties.

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