NEETChemistrySolid State
What happens when an electron from a neighboring atom fills the electron hole in a p-type semiconductor?
Options
- AIt creates a new electron hole in the original position.
- BIt creates a positively charged ion.
- CIt forms a covalent bond with the neighboring atom.
- DIt becomes a free electron.
Correct answer
A. It creates a new electron hole in the original position.
Step-by-step solution
When an electron fills the electron hole in a p-type semiconductor, it creates a new electron hole in the original position.