Practice Material Property Comparison Table (2.4) - Introduction to Key Compound Semiconductor Materials
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Material Property Comparison Table

Practice - Material Property Comparison Table

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Question 1 Easy

What does bandgap refer to in semiconductors?

💡 Hint: Consider the energy levels for electrons in a material.

Question 2 Easy

Which semiconductor has a bandgap of 1.43 eV?

💡 Hint: It’s used in RF devices and solar cells.

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Question 1

What is the bandgap of Gallium Nitride?

1.12 eV
1.43 eV
3.4 eV

💡 Hint: Remember, wide bandgaps are ideal for high voltage.

Question 2

Silicon has a higher thermal conductivity than CdTe.

True
False

💡 Hint: Check the values of thermal conductivity for each material.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate the impact of high thermal conductivity in SiC for electric vehicle applications. What challenges could arise from using lower thermal conductivity materials?

💡 Hint: Consider the heat generation vs. dissipation in electronic devices.

Challenge 2 Hard

How would you design a semiconductor device for high-frequency applications? Which materials would you prioritize and why?

💡 Hint: Think about the properties needed for high speed and low signal degradation.

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