Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Semiconductors and Semiconductor Devices
The impurity atoms that can be used to dope pure silicon to create...
The impurity atoms that can be used to dope pure silicon to create a -type semiconductor include those of
Options
- Aboron
- Bphosphorus
- Caluminium
- Dantimony
Correct answer
C. aluminium
Step-by-step solution
Pure silicon is a Group 14 element with four valence electrons.
To create a -type semiconductor, silicon must be doped with a trivalent impurity (Group 13 element) which has three valence electrons. This creates an electron deficiency or a hole in the crystal lattice.
Boron and aluminium are Group 13 elements and act as acceptor impurities to form -type semiconductors.
Phosphorus and antimony are Group 15 elements (pentavalent) and act as donor impurities to form -type semiconductors.
To create a -type semiconductor, silicon must be doped with a trivalent impurity (Group 13 element) which has three valence electrons. This creates an electron deficiency or a hole in the crystal lattice.
Boron and aluminium are Group 13 elements and act as acceptor impurities to form -type semiconductors.
Phosphorus and antimony are Group 15 elements (pentavalent) and act as donor impurities to form -type semiconductors.