Which non-metal has semi conductor properties?

Boron

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Carbon

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Silicon

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Magnesium

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Solution

The correct option is C
Silicon

The atomic number of silicon is 14. It has four electrons in its outermost orbit and It has properties of both metals and non-metals as well as the size of the silicon atom is favourable for the allowing electrons to freely jump when electricity is passed making it a semiconductor.

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