Practice - Photon Absorption and Generation
Practice Questions
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What happens when a photon is absorbed by a semiconductor?
💡 Hint: Think about what creates current in a photodetector.
Name the process that leads to light emission in LEDs.
💡 Hint: It involves electrons finding holes.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is generated when a photon is absorbed by a semiconductor?
💡 Hint: Consider the particles involved in the absorption process.
True or False: LEDs emit coherent light.
💡 Hint: Recall the differences in light quality between the two devices.
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Challenge Problems
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Calculate the expected photocurrent in a photodetector given that each photon generates 1 microampere at a certain threshold light intensity. If the light intensity doubles, what is the new photocurrent?
💡 Hint: Consider the linear relationship between intensity and current generation.
Design a comprehensive report on how varying semiconductor materials impact the efficiency of light absorption and emission in LEDs.
💡 Hint: Research various semiconductor properties.
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