44ᵗʰ B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2000
Which one of the following metals is used as a semiconductor in transistors?
aCopper
bGermanium✓ Correct
cGraphite
dSilver
Explanation
The electrical resistance of some materials like silicon and germanium lies between that of conductors and insulators; such materials are called semiconductors. They generally conduct electricity, but when small amounts of impurities are added, their conductivity increases and they become n-type and p-type semiconductors, which are used in transistors.
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