If $n_e$ and $v_d$ are the number of electrons and drift velocity in a semiconductor, respectively, what happens when the temperature is increased?

  • A
    $n_e$ increases and $v_d$ decreases
  • B
    $n_e$ decreases and $v_d$ increases
  • C
    Both $n_e$ and $v_d$ increase
  • D
    Both $n_e$ and $v_d$ decrease

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