Carbon,Silicon,and Germanium have four valence electrons each. These are characterized by valence and conduction bands separated by energy band gaps respectively equal to $(E_g)_C, (E_g)_{Si},$ and $(E_g)_{Ge}$. Which of the following statements is true?
- A$(E_g)_{Si} < (E_g)_{Ge} < (E_g)_C$
- B$(E_g)_C < (E_g)_{Ge} > (E_g)_{Si}$
- C$(E_g)_C > (E_g)_{Si} > (E_g)_{Ge}$
- D$(E_g)_C = (E_g)_{Si} = (E_g)_{Ge}$
Explore More
Similar Questions
Three semiconductors are arranged in the increasing order of their energy gap as follows. The correct arrangement is:
Easy
View Solution$GaAs$ (Gallium Arsenide) is a ....... .
Easy
View SolutionThe class of materials having the largest band gap in the following is
Give an explanation of energy band,valence band,and conduction band in a crystal.
Easy
View SolutionIn the case of a semiconductor,which of the following statements is wrong?
Easy
View SolutionVedclass Products
For Students
Vedclass Test Series
Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.
Start Free TrialFor Teachers
Exam Paper Generator
Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.
Try FreeFor Institutes
Online Exam Module
Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.
See Demo