Which of the following is correct related to semiconductor? O a. A semiconductor has generally three valence electrons O b. A semiconductor is formed by covalent bond O c. When a pure semiconductor is heated, its resistance goes up. O d. Sulphur is a semiconductor material

Which of the following is correct related to semiconductor? O a. A semiconductor has generally three valence electrons O b. A semiconductor is formed by covalent bond O c. When a pure semiconductor is heated, its resistance goes up. O d. Sulphur is a semiconductor material

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Which of the following is
correct related to
semiconductor?
O a. A semiconductor has
generally three valence
electrons
O b. A semiconductor is
formed by covalent
bond
c. When a pure
semiconductor is
heated, its resistance
goes up.
o d. Sulphur is a
semiconductor material

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