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Physics Semiconductor Electronics Energy Band MCQ (Single Correct)

Which of the following statement is true-

A
At absolute zero temperature, the semiconductor behave as a conductor
B
The energy gap in semiconductor is more than that for insulator
C
The resistance of semiconductor increases with increase in temperature
D
The resistance of semiconductor decreases with increase in temperature

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D

In semiconductors, as temperature increases, more charge carriers are produced, so conductivity increases and resistance decreases.

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