everyday science MCQ #50016

Which of the following is a semiconductor material?

everyday science MCQ #50016

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which of the following is a semiconductor material?

    • A) Copper
    • B) Rubber
    • C) Iron
    • D) Silicon

    Answer: Silicon

    Explanation: Silicon has four valence electrons and a band gap of about 1.1 eV, giving it conductivity between metals and insulators; doping with phosphorus (n-type) or boron (p-type) makes it the foundation of transistors, solar cells, and integrated circuits.