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    Question

    In an n-type silicon, which of the following statements is true:

    A Electrons are majority carriers and trivalent atoms are the dopants. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Electrons are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are the dopants. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Holes are majority carriers and trivalent atoms are the dopants. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Holes are minority carriers and pentavalent atoms are the dopants. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In an n-type silicon, the electrons are the majority carriers, while the holes are the minority carries. An n-type semiconductor is obtained when pentavalent atoms, such as phosphorus, are doped in silicon atoms.

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