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Choose the correct statement for the energy band structure of a semiconductor:

Correct answer: B. At absolute zero temperature, the conduction band of semiconductor is totally empty and valance band is totally filled

  • A. At absolute zero temperature, the conduction band of semiconductor is completely filled and valance band is totally empty
  • B. At absolute zero temperature, the conduction band of semiconductor is totally empty and valance band is totally filled
  • C. At absolute zero temperature, both conduction band and valance band of semiconductor are totally empty
  • D. At absolute zero temperature, both conduction band and valance band of semiconductor are completely filled

Explanation

The valence band is fully filled and the conduction band is completely empty at T = 0 K because it is the semiconductor's identity that it becomes an insulator at absolute zero.

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