Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Semiconductors and Electronic Devices

Question:

Which of the following causes electric conduction in a semiconductor?

Options:

Holes only

Electrons only

Both electrons and holes

Neither holes nor electrons

Correct Answer:

Both electrons and holes

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Both electrons and holes

Electron conduction in a semiconductor is caused by both movement of electrons and holes -

  • Electrons - Move in conduction band, and the current is called electric current.
  • Holes - Move in valance band, and the current produced is called Hole current.