The forbidden energy gap in conductors,

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Semiconductors and Electronic Devices

Question:

The forbidden energy gap in conductors, insulators, and semiconductors is as E1, E2 and E3 respectively. What is their correct order of arrangement ?

Options:

E1<E2<E3

E1<E2>E3

E1>E2>E3

E1>E2<E3

Correct Answer:

E1<E2>E3

Explanation:

The energy gap between the insulators is the maximum, followed by semiconductors and least of all of metals.