Question

Write two characteristic features to distinguish between n type and p-type semiconductors.

Answer 1

| n–type Semiconductor | p–type Semiconductor |
| (i) It is formed by doping pentavalent impurities. | (i) It is doped with trivalent impurities. |
| (iii) The electrons are majority carriers and holes are **** carriers (ne >> nh). | (ii) The holes are majority carriers and electrons are **** carriers (nh>> ne). |