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How many elements in group 14 are used as semiconductor?

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Si and Ge are include in carbon family ( 14- group ). Both have four valence electrons, but germanium at a given temperature have more free electrons and a higher conductivity. Silicon isused as a semiconductor for electronics,

Therefore, 2 elements in group-14 are used as semiconductor.

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