Electronic Devices And Circuit Theory Quiz!
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The process of adding an impurity to an intrinsic semiconductor is called:
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Doping
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Recombination
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Atomic modification
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Ionization
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What do you know about electronic devices and circuit theory? Do you think you can pass this quiz? For this quiz, you will be required to know how many valence electrons semiconductors have, what is trivalent doped semiconductor material, the most prevalent semiconductive material in electronic devices, and the purpose of pentavalent impurity. This quiz will shock you; it is so helpful.
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The most widely used semiconductive material in electronic devices is:
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Germanium
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Carbon
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Copper
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Silicon
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A. SiliconExplanation
Silicon is the most widely used semiconductive material in electronic devices due to its abundance, affordability, and excellent electrical properties. It has a stable crystalline structure, making it an ideal material for creating transistors, diodes, and integrated circuits. Silicon can be easily doped with impurities to alter its electrical conductivity, allowing for the creation of p-type and n-type semiconductors. Its high melting point and thermal stability also make it suitable for use in high-temperature applications. Additionally, silicon's compatibility with existing manufacturing processes and its ability to form a native oxide layer for insulation further contribute to its dominance in the electronics industry.Rate this question:
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Although current is blocked in reverse bias:
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Resemble like a switch is ON state
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There is a very small current due to minority carriers
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Resistance is lower
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A. There is a very small current due to minority carriersExplanation
In reverse bias, the majority carriers are pushed away from the junction, creating a depletion region. However, a very small current can still flow due to the presence of minority carriers, such as minority electrons in the p-region and minority holes in the n-region. These minority carriers can diffuse across the junction and contribute to a small current. Therefore, even though the current is blocked in reverse bias, there is still a very small current present due to the minority carriers.Rate this question:
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Semiconductors have how many valence electrons?
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2
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4
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6
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8
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A. 4Explanation
Semiconductors have 4 valence electrons. Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost energy level of an atom. In semiconductors, such as silicon and germanium, the valence electrons participate in bonding and determine the electrical properties of the material. Having 4 valence electrons allows semiconductors to form covalent bonds with neighboring atoms, creating a stable crystal lattice structure. This structure gives semiconductors their unique electrical behavior, where they can conduct electricity under certain conditions but not as well as conductors like metals.Rate this question:
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In a trivalent-doped semiconductor material,the majority charge carriers are:
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Holes
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Electrons
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A. HolesExplanation
In a trivalent-doped semiconductor material, the majority charge carriers are holes. This is because trivalent dopants introduce excess electrons into the material, creating an imbalance in the charge carriers. These excess electrons can move freely within the material, leaving behind positively charged holes. As a result, the majority charge carriers in the material are the positively charged holes rather than the electrons.Rate this question:
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Valence electrons are:
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In the closest orbit to the nucleus
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In the most distant orbit from the nucleus
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In various orbits around the nucleus
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Not associated with a particular atom
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A. In the most distant orbit from the nucleusExplanation
Valence electrons are located in the most distant orbit from the nucleus. These electrons are involved in chemical bonding and determine the reactivity and chemical properties of an atom. They are responsible for the formation of chemical bonds with other atoms, either by sharing or transferring electrons. The number of valence electrons in an atom can be determined by its position in the periodic table, specifically by the group number.Rate this question:
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The purpose of pentavalent impurity is to:
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Reduce the conductivity of silicon
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Increase the number of holes
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Increase the number of free electrons
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Create minority carriers
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A. Increase the number of free electronsExplanation
Pentavalent impurities, such as phosphorus or arsenic, have five valence electrons. When these impurities are added to silicon, they create extra electrons that are free to move within the crystal lattice. This increases the number of free electrons in the silicon material, thereby increasing its conductivity. Therefore, the purpose of pentavalent impurities is to increase the number of free electrons in silicon.Rate this question:
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The energy band in which free electrons exist is the:
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First band
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Second band
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Conduction band
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Valence band
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A. Conduction bandExplanation
The conduction band is the energy band in which free electrons exist. In this band, the electrons have enough energy to move freely and conduct electricity. The valence band, on the other hand, is the energy band in which electrons are tightly bound to atoms and cannot move easily. Therefore, the conduction band is the correct answer as it accurately describes the energy band where free electrons exist.Rate this question:
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The depletion region consists of:
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Nothing but minority carriers
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Immobile ions
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No majority carriers
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Answers (B) and (C)
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A. Answers (B) and (C)Explanation
The depletion region in a semiconductor consists of immobile ions and no majority carriers. Immobile ions are present due to the presence of impurities or doping in the semiconductor material. The majority carriers, which are either electrons or holes, are depleted from this region due to the formation of an electric field. Therefore, the correct answer is (B) and (C) as both immobile ions and no majority carriers are present in the depletion region.Rate this question:
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Trivalent dopants create what type of semiconductor material?
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P-Type
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N-type
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PN Junctions
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A. P-TypeExplanation
Trivalent dopants create P-type semiconductor material. P-type semiconductors are created by adding impurities with three valence electrons (trivalent dopants) to the pure semiconductor material. These dopants create "holes" in the material's electron structure, which act as positive charge carriers. This results in a material with an excess of positive charge carriers, making it P-type.Rate this question:
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The term bias means?
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The ratio of majority carriers to minority carriers
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The amount of current across the diode
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A dc voltage is applied to control the operation of a device
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Neither (A),(B),nor (C)
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A. A dc voltage is applied to control the operation of a deviceExplanation
Bias refers to the application of a DC voltage to control the operation of a device. This voltage is used to establish a specific operating point or to provide a reference level for the device's operation. It is commonly used in electronic circuits to ensure that the device operates within its desired range and to control its behavior. Biasing is essential for proper functioning and performance of many electronic devices, such as transistors and amplifiers.Rate this question:
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The majority carriers in an n-type semiconductor are:
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Holes
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Valence electrons
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Conduction electrons
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Protons
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A. Conduction electronsExplanation
In an n-type semiconductor, the majority carriers are conduction electrons. N-type semiconductors are doped with impurities that have extra electrons, creating an excess of negative charge carriers. These extra electrons are able to move freely throughout the material, making them the majority carriers. This is in contrast to p-type semiconductors, where the majority carriers are holes, which are vacancies in the valence band where an electron is missing.Rate this question:
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To forward-bias a diode:
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An external voltage is applied that is positive at the anode ana negative at the cathode
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An external voltage is applied that is negative at the anode and positive at the cathode
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An external voltage is applied that is positive at the p region and negative at the n region
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Answers (A) and (C)
Correct Answer
A. Answers (A) and (C)Explanation
To forward-bias a diode, an external voltage is applied that is positive at the anode and negative at the cathode. This allows current to flow through the diode, as the positive voltage at the anode repels the majority charge carriers in the p-region and attracts the minority charge carriers in the n-region, allowing them to cross the depletion region and create a current. Similarly, applying a positive voltage at the p-region and negative voltage at the n-region also forward-biases the diode. Therefore, both answers (A) and (C) are correct.Rate this question:
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When a diode is forward-biased:
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No current is flowing
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Acts like a Open switch
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Current is flowing due to majority carriers only
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The current is produced by both holes and electrons
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A. The current is produced by both holes and electronsExplanation
When a diode is forward-biased, the current is produced by both holes and electrons. In a forward-biased diode, the positive terminal of the voltage source is connected to the p-side (anode) of the diode and the negative terminal is connected to the n-side (cathode). This causes the majority carriers (electrons in the n-side and holes in the p-side) to move towards the junction. As they cross the junction, the electrons and holes recombine, creating a flow of current. Therefore, both types of carriers contribute to the current in a forward-biased diode.Rate this question:
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Recombination is when:
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An electron falls into a hole
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A positive and a negative ion bond together
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A valence electron becomes a conduction electron
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A crystal is formed
Correct Answer
A. An electron falls into a holeExplanation
Recombination refers to the process in which an electron, which was previously in the conduction band, falls back into a hole in the valence band of a material. This process leads to the recombination of the electron-hole pair, resulting in the release of energy in the form of light or heat. Therefore, the statement "an electron falls into a hole" accurately describes the process of recombination.Rate this question:
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