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Explain, how an intrinsic semiconductor can be converted into p-type semiconductor. Given one example and draw their energy band diagrams.

Important Questions on Semiconductor Electronics

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What do you understand by p- and n-type semiconductors? Distinguish between them on the basis of energy band diagram.

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How are energy bands in solids formed? Explain, by drawing energy band diagrams, conduction in n-type and p-type semiconductors.
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Distinguish between intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors.

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Distinguish between p-type and n-type semiconductors.
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Explain briefly what is meant by extrinsic semiconductors, including the terms donor and acceptor impurities as well as p-type and n-type semiconductors.

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Using the concept of electron and hole currents, derive expression for the conductivity of a semiconductor.

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What do you understand by band theory of energy in solids? Define valence band, conduction band and forbidden gap.

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Explain formation of energy bands in solids. Distinguish conductors, insulators and semiconductors on the basis of forbidden gap by using symbolic diagram.