Chapter 3, Section 1 Flashcards

1
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What are the conducting properties of pure semiconducting material?

A

Limited conductivity.

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2
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What process is used to increase the conductibility of the semiconductor material?

A

Doping.

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3
Q

What electrical properties does the P Type material have?

A

Positive charge carriers.

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4
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What is meant by the term forward bias in a diode?

A

Allowing current to flow through the diode.

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5
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When voltage is applied to the anode end, what happens electrically to the diode?

A

It conducts electricity.

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