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What is the forbidden energy gap (in joule) for a Germanium crystal ?

A

`1.6xx10^(-19) `J

B

`1.12xx10^(-19) `J

C

`3.2xx10^(-19) `J

D

`2.24xx10^(-19) `J

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The correct Answer is:
B

`E_g=0.7 eV = 0.7xx1.6xx10^(-19) J = 1.12xx10^(-19) J`
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  • The forbidden energy gap in Ge is :-

    A
    0.72 eV
    B
    0.072 eV
    C
    7.2 eV
    D
    0.0072 eV
  • The forbidden energy gap is maximum in

    A
    metals
    B
    super conductors
    C
    insulators
    D
    semiconductor
  • For germenium crystal, the forbidden energy gap in joules is

    A
    `1.12xx10^(-19)`
    B
    `1.76xx10^(-19)`
    C
    `1.6xx10^(-19)`
    D
    Zero
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