Exercise: Semiconductor Principles

Questions for: Semiconductor Principles

Atoms that normally have three electrons in their outer shell are called __________________ atoms.
A:
trivalent
B:
pentavalent
C:
tetravalent
D:
charged
Answer: A
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Reverse bias is a condition that essentially ___________ current through the diode.
A:
allows
B:
prevents
C:
increases
D:
blocks
Answer: B
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The n-type semiconductor material is doped by adding material with electron holes.
A:
True
B:
False
C:
D:
Answer: B
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The number of electrons in the outer shell of carbon, germanium, and silicon is 5.
A:
True
B:
False
C:
D:
Answer: B
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The P-N junction is a barrier to electron flow.
A:
True
B:
False
C:
D:
Answer: A
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