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A p-n junction forms when p-type and n-type semiconductor regions meet, creating a depletion layer, barrier potential and rectifying action. The work covers forward and reverse bias, junction current, diode characteristics, and how a diode converts alternating current into pulsating direct current through half-wave and full-wave rectification.

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  • A. 106 Hz
  • B. 108 Hz
  • C. 109 Hz
  • D. 1011 Hz

Explanation: A frequency of 10⁶ Hz corresponds to 1 MHz (megahertz). This falls within the range of radio frequencies.

Correct answer: 106 Hz
  • A. Different
  • B. Same
  • C. Opposite
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The velocity of electromagnetic waves and the velocity of light in a vacuum have the same value.

Correct answer: Same
  • A. 340 m/s
  • B. 350 m/s
  • C. 310 m/s
  • D. 330 m/s

Explanation: At 0°C (which is the freezing point of water), sound waves travel through air at a speed of approximately 330 meters per second (or about…

Correct answer: 330 m/s
  • A. Microphone
  • B. Television
  • C. Radio
  • D. None of these

Explanation: We can convert sound waves into electrical oscillations by using a device called a microphone.

Correct answer: Microphone
  • A. Audible
  • B. Simple
  • C. Electromagnet
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The audible range refers to the range of frequencies that the average human ear can perceive. It spans from 20 to 20,000 Hertz (Hz).

Correct answer: Audible
  • A. Molecule
  • B. Atom
  • C. Crystal
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The structure described is a cubic lattice or a three-dimensional grid-like arrangement of atoms or molecules.

Correct answer: Crystal
  • A. 14
  • B. 15
  • C. 16
  • D. 19

Explanation: There are 14 fundamental types of space lattices, also known as Bravais lattices, that describe the ways atoms, molecules, or ions can be…

Correct answer: 14
  • A. Simple cube
  • B. Face centered cube
  • C. Free electron
  • D. Simple square

Explanation: In a simple cubic lattice, each corner of a cube contains an atom or molecule, totaling eight in all.

Correct answer: Simple cube
  • A. Liquids
  • B. Energy
  • C. Solids
  • D. Atom

Explanation: Band theory in physics classifies materials based on their electrical conductivity properties.

Correct answer: Solids
  • A. Insulator
  • B. Semi-conductor
  • C. Conductors
  • D. None of these

Explanation: Insulators are materials that don't conduct electricity well because their electrons are tightly bound and don't move easily.

Correct answer: Insulator
  • A. Semi-conductor
  • B. Insulator
  • C. Conductors
  • D. None of these

Explanation: Semiconductors have a smaller band gap than insulators. They can conduct electricity better than insulators but not as well as conductors.

Correct answer: Semi-conductor
  • A. 10-4 ohm - meter
  • B. 108 ohm - meter
  • C. 106 ohm - meter
  • D. 1010 ohm - meter

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Correct answer: 108 ohm - meter
  • A. Semi-conductors
  • B. Electrons
  • C. Circle
  • D. Overlap

Explanation: Substances that have intermediate values of resistivity are called semiconductors.

Correct answer: Semi-conductors
  • A. Electrons
  • B. Semi-conductors
  • C. Conductors
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The crystals of Germanium and Silicon are examples of semiconductors. Both elements are commonly used in electronic devices due to their…

Correct answer: Semi-conductors
  • A. 120°C
  • B. 140°C
  • C. Absolute Zero
  • D. 90°C

Explanation: A pure semiconductor behaves like an insulator at absolute zero temperature (0 Kelvin or -273.15 degrees Celsius).

Correct answer: Absolute Zero
  • A. Intrinsic
  • B. Hole
  • C. Full
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The conduction due to charges produced by pair generation is called intrinsic conduction.

Correct answer: Intrinsic
  • A. Antimony, phosphorous or Arsenic
  • B. Carbon, oxygen and Nitrogen
  • C. Arsenic and oxygen
  • D. None of these

Explanation: We can gain an N-type semiconductor by adding impurities such as phosphorus or arsenic.

Correct answer: Antimony, phosphorous or Arsenic
  • A. Carbon, Oxygen and Nitrogen
  • B. Boron, Indium or Gallium
  • C. Arsenic and Oxygen
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The P-type semiconductor is obtained by adding impurity materials such as boron, aluminum, or gallium.

Correct answer: Boron, Indium or Gallium
  • A. N-type
  • B. P-type
  • C. Q-type
  • D. R-type

Explanation: The P-type semiconductor is obtained by adding trivalent impurity materials such as boron, aluminum, or gallium.

Correct answer: P-type
  • A. Majority carriers
  • B. Minority carriers
  • C. P-type
  • D. N-type

Explanation: In a P-type semiconductor, holes are considered the majority carriers. Majority carriers are the dominant charge carriers in a…

Correct answer: Majority carriers