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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Semiconductors and Electronic Devices

Question:

In a n-type semiconductor, which of the following statement is true?

Options:

Electrons are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are dopants.

Holes are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are dopants.

Holes are majority carriers and trivalent atoms are dopants.

Electrons are majority carriers and trivalent atoms are dopants.

Correct Answer:

Holes are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are dopants.

Explanation:

In a n-type semiconductor holes are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are dopants.