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What is semiconductors?


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  1. Semiconductors are the materiathatich have a conductivity between conductors (generally metals) and non-conductors or insulators (such as ceramics).
  2. Semiconductors can be compounds such as gallium arsenide or pure elements, such as germanium or silicon. Physics explains the theories, properties and mathematical approach governing semiconductors.
  3. Examples of Semiconductors: Gallium arsenide, germanium, and silicon are some of the most commonly used semiconductors. Silicon is used in electronic circuit fabrication and gallium arsenide is used in solar cells, laser diodes, .

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