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There are a few (general) properties of semiconductors:
- Allowing current to move more easily in one direction than another
- Operating better at high temperature (as opposed to normal conductors where the reverse is true)
- The can exhibit variable resistance
- They can be sensitive to light
- They can be sensitive to heat
- Can used to produce coherent light (semiconductor lasers)
The exact property is determined by the make up of the semi-conductor
The basic element of a semiconductor memory is the memory cell. Although a variety of electronic technologies are used, all semiconductor memory cells share certain properties:
- They exhibit two stable (or semi-stable) states, which can be used to represent binary 1 and 0.
- They are capable of being written into (at least once), to set the state.
- They are capable of being read to sense the state.
What else can I help you with?
What was the Semiconductor Chip Protection Act?
Th Semiconductor Chip Protection Act of 1984, specifically protected semiconductor design, or "mask work," for up to 10 years.
What is the meaning of piezo resistive sensors?
Piezoresistive sensor are the semiconductor sensors who respond to the change in the mechanical strain applied. For example, a p-type region diffused into an n-type base functions as a resistor whose value increases strongly when it is strained, this behaviour is called piezoresistivity. Such resistors are the basis of semiconductor strin gauges, semiconductor diaphragm pressure sensors and semiconductor accelerometers.
Is GaAs ionic?
No GaAs is a semiconductor- and as such is essentially a covalent compound.
What 's PFG in semiconductor process?
PFG stands for Precision Function Generator in semiconductor process. Example: 3M PFG-3218 is used for cleaning dielectric film build-up from chemical vapor deposition chambers.
When an electron is displaced in a semiconductor the hole thats left behind is what?
When an electron is displaced in a semiconductor, the hole that is left behind is called an electron hole. Energy can still be conducted because other electrons can and do jump to the space left by a displaced electron.
What is the crystline properties of semiconductor and why do you use in electronics devices?
no
What is meant by operating temperature of semiconductor?
The operating temperature of a semiconductor is the temperature at which a semiconductors exhibits the properties of a normal conductor.
Is silver a semiconductor, or does it have different electrical properties?
Silver is not a semiconductor; it is a metal with different electrical properties. Silver is a good conductor of electricity due to its high conductivity, making it useful in various electrical applications.
Why do you use semiconductor why not conductors and insulators by changing their properties?
We use semiconductors instead of conductors and insulators by changing their properties because the properties of a semiconductor lies between that of a good insulator ant that of a good conductor. Any of the materials obtained depends on the level of doping.
Why carbon is not used as semiconductor material?
Carbon has unique properties that make it challenging to use as a semiconductor material. It can exist in multiple structures (diamond, graphite, etc.) with varying electrical properties, making it difficult to control and predict its behavior as a semiconductor. Additionally, fabricating carbon-based semiconductor devices is technologically complex and expensive compared to traditional semiconductor materials like silicon.
Is copper oxide a metal?
No, copper oxide is a compound and has some properties of a semiconductor.
What are the key properties of a semiconductor memory?
-Misnamed as all semiconductor memory is random access -Read/Write -Volatile -Temporary storage -Static or dynamic
Is silicon nonconductor?
Silicon is a semiconductor, not a nonconductor. It lies in between conductors and nonconductors in terms of electrical conductivity. It is widely used in technology for its semiconductor properties.
What are the key properties of the semiconductor memory?
There are two key properties of semiconductor memory. It can either be stable or semistable as it is used to represent both binary 0 and binary 1. It can be written into and read in order to sense the state of the code.
Is arsenic a semiconductor?
Arsenic is not a semiconductor by itself, but it is commonly used as a dopant in semiconductor materials like silicon to alter their electrical properties. Arsenic increases the number of available charge carriers in the material, which can make it conduct electricity more effectively.
Is gold a semiconductor?
No, gold is not a semiconductor. Gold is a metal and is known for its excellent electrical conductivity, unlike semiconductors which have properties that fall between those of conductors and insulators.
Can you explain what it means for a semiconductor to be degenerate and how this affects its electrical properties?
When a semiconductor is degenerate, it means that its electrons have filled up all available energy levels in the conduction band. This leads to a high electron concentration and makes the semiconductor behave more like a metal in terms of its electrical properties. This can result in higher conductivity and different behavior in electronic devices.
