Definition: "Semiconductors" are semiconductor materials with a high ratio of holes to electrons, typically in the band gap between semiconductors (like gallium arsenide). "Semiconductor" refers to this type of material that's used for electronic circuits and devices. Hereβs a detailed definition:
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Inorganic Semiconductor
: Semiconductors are formed from two phases: an insulator with a high concentration of holes, or impurities, and a conductor with a low concentration of electrons.
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Organic Semiconductor
: A semiconductor composed entirely of organic compounds that can conduct electricity and have a relatively low band gap compared to inorganic semiconductors.
Semiconductor technology is crucial in numerous applications including electronics, where it's used in everything from computers and mobile phones to radio frequency devices for wireless communication. It's also used in the field of solar cells, where it powers LEDs or other energy sources.