Silicon, Semiconductors, & Solar Cells: Crash Course Engineering #22

The video explores the role of semiconductors in modern technology, starting with John Bardeen's contributions to the development of transistors and superconductivity. It explains the properties of n-type and p-type semiconductors, their use in diodes to control current flow, and the function of transistors as electrical switches. The video also covers how semiconductors are used in solar cells to convert light into electricity, highlighting their importance in renewable energy.

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