Practice Technology Innovations to Overcome Scaling Limits - 8.6 | 8. Advanced MOSFET Concepts | Electronic Devices 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are high-k dielectrics?

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Consider materials with a high dielectric constant.

Question 2

Easy

What is one benefit of strained silicon?

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Think about how stress affects movement.

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Question 1

What is a primary function of high-k dielectrics in MOSFET technology?

  • Increase leakage
  • Reduce leakage
  • Enhance capacitance

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Think about what high-k materials aim to improve.

Question 2

True or False: Metal gate technology increases threshold voltage variability.

  • True
  • False

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Focus on the effects of using metals instead of polysilicon.

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Question 1

Consider a scenario where two MOSFETs are fabricatedโ€”one with standard SiOโ‚‚ and the other with high-k dielectrics. Predict the performance differences in terms of leakage and efficiency.

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Reflect on the purpose of high-k materials in relation to their dielectric properties.

Question 2

Analyze why silicon-on-insulator technology might be preferred in cutting-edge mobile computing devices as opposed to traditional MOSFET structures. Discuss the implications for device performance.

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Consider how capacitance influences speed and power in circuits.

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