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Question
Compare intrinsic, n-type and p-type semiconductors in terms of purity, doping and majority carriers.
Total: 5 marks
(a) State the carrier relation in an intrinsic semiconductor. (1 mark)
(b) Explain how n-type material is formed and name its majority carrier. (2 marks)
(c) Explain how p-type material is formed and name its majority carrier. (2 marks)
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