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whats the difference between ordinary semiconductor and degenerative semiconductor?
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A degenerative semiconductor is a type of material that has been intentionally doped with impurities to increase its electrical conductivity. This process can be used to create electronic devices such as transistors and diodes.
Degenerative doping increases the number of free electrons or holes in the semiconductor, making it more conductive. This allows for better control of the flow of electricity within electronic devices.
The most commonly used impurities in degenerative semiconductor doping are elements from the third and fifth columns of the periodic table, such as boron, phosphorus, and arsenic. These impurities have one less or one more valence electron than the atoms in the semiconductor, creating free electrons or holes when added to the material.
Degenerative doping involves adding impurities in a controlled manner to intentionally alter the conductivity of a semiconductor, while non-degenerative doping is used to modify other properties of the material, such as its optical or mechanical properties. Non-degenerative doping is also used in smaller amounts and does not drastically change the electrical conductivity of the semiconductor.
Degenerative semiconductors are used in a wide range of electronic devices, including transistors, diodes, and integrated circuits. They are also used in solar cells, sensors, and other electronic components. The ability to control the conductivity of a semiconductor through degenerative doping allows for the creation of more complex and efficient electronic devices.