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Question 1
Easy
What are the valence electrons of Silicon and Germanium?
π‘ Hint: Think about the group of elements these semiconductors belong to.
Question 2
Easy
At what temperature do pure semiconductors behave like insulators?
π‘ Hint: Consider the lowest possible temperature.
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Question 1
How many valence electrons do Silicon and Germanium have?
π‘ Hint: Think about the periodic table group these elements belong to.
Question 2
At 0 K, semiconductors behave like which of the following?
π‘ Hint: Consider what happens at extremely low temperatures.
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Question 1
Calculate how an increase in temperature from 0 K to a higher temperature affects the conductivity of a semiconductor. Given that the intrinsic carrier concentration (ni) typically doubles from a known point, explain the impact on conductivity.
π‘ Hint: Consider how the relationship between temperature and carrier concentration plays a crucial role in conductivity.
Question 2
Discuss how the addition of impurities to Silicon could influence its conductivity compared to pure Silicon at room temperature.
π‘ Hint: Think about how controlling the electrons changes the electronic properties of the semiconductor.
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