Applications of Semiconductor

What are the different types of semiconductor materials?

The Silicon, germanium and gallium arsenide are among the most common semiconductor materials used in the electronic devices. Each material has unique properties and applications.

How do semiconductors differ from conductors and insulators?

The Semiconductors have conductivity levels between the conductors and insulators. Their conductivity can be controlled by the external factors such as the temperature and voltage.

What is doping in semiconductors?

Doping is the process of the intentionally introducing the impurities into the semiconductor materials to the alter their electrical properties. This technique is commonly used to the create n-type and p-type semiconductors essential for the building electronic devices.

A semiconductor is a material that has electrical conductivity between that of a conductor (like metal) and an insulator (like rubber). It can conduct electricity under certain conditions but not as freely as conductors do. Semiconductors are fundamental components in electronics and are used in devices such as diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits.

The conductivity of Semiconductor is less than a conductor and more than an insulator.