Practice Early Discoveries - 1.2.1 | 1. Introduction to Compound Semiconductors | Compound Semiconductors
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Question 1

Easy

What is gallium arsenide used for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about its applications during WWII.

Question 2

Easy

Name one compound semiconductor developed in the 80s.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the advancements that happened in that period.

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Question 1

What was gallium arsenide primarily used for during WWII?

  • LEDs
  • Radar technologies
  • Power amplification

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about military applications.

Question 2

True or False: Compound semiconductors are only based on silicon.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the definition of compound semiconductors.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate how gallium arsenide has shaped the telecommunications industry since its discovery.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider both historical and contemporary uses in devices.

Question 2

Discuss the transition from GaAs to GaN and its implications for future semiconductor applications.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about energy needs in modern technology.

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