Carbon, Silicon and Germanium atoms have four valence electrons each. Their valence and conduction bands are separated by energy band gaps represented by 
, 
and 
respectively. Which one of the following relationships is true on their case
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Energy band gap of carbon is more than the energy band gap of silicon.
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