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What type of material is a semiconductor?
What type of material is a semiconductor?
- Conducting under all conditions
- Insulating under all conditions
- Conducting under certain conditions (correct)
- Insulating under certain conditions
Which element is commonly used in semiconductors?
Which element is commonly used in semiconductors?
- Aluminum
- Copper
- Iron
- Silicon (correct)
What is a key property of semiconductors?
What is a key property of semiconductors?
- Variable conductivity (correct)
- Constant conductivity
- Low thermal conductivity
- High thermal conductivity
What is the conductivity of semiconductors compared to conductors and insulators?
What is the conductivity of semiconductors compared to conductors and insulators?
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What happens to the conductivity of a semiconductor with increased temperature?
What happens to the conductivity of a semiconductor with increased temperature?
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What is the most commonly used semiconductor material in electronic devices?
What is the most commonly used semiconductor material in electronic devices?
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