Semiconductors Quiz

What type of impurity is introduced to create an N-type semiconductor?

• Trivalent

• Pentavalent

• Monovalent

• Divalent

Which terminal is considered negative in conventional current flow?

• Anode

• Cathode

• Negative terminal

• Positive terminal

What is the identification number of a diode with brown, orange, and white bands?

• 139

• 123

• 145

• 159

Which component is known as a silicon controlled rectifier?

• Triac

• Zener diode

• Thyristor

• Varactor diode

What will the sub-module detail regarding diodes?

• Mechanical properties

• Diode parameters, symbols, identification, and behavior

• Chemical composition

• Manufacturing process

What is the purpose of discharging static electricity before handling semiconductor devices?

• To increase conductivity

• To prevent damage from ESD

• To enhance performance

• To reduce weight

What are light detectors such as photocells typically made from?

• InSb or CdSe

• GaAs or GaP

• SiC or SiGe

• InP or InSb

Which of the following is NOT a group IV element?

• Carbon

• Silicon

• Germanium

• Cadmium

What is the main disadvantage of Germanium compared to Silicon?

• Higher cost

• Lower conductivity

• Higher thermal sensitivity

• Lower temperature range

What is the primary use of light detectors made from InSb or CdSe?

• High-speed data processing

• Photocells

• High-temperature applications

• Low-cost devices