Physics for Scientists and Engineers
Physics for Scientists and Engineers
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ISBN: 9781429281843
Author: Tipler
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 38, Problem 58P

(a)

To determine

The Fermi factor for electrons at the bottom of the conduction band and evaluate this factor. Also discuss its significance.

(b)

To determine

The Fermi factor for an insulator with band gap 6.0eV

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