Chapter 9, Problem 9.99QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The difference in composition and conduction between $\text{n}$ and $\text{p-type}$ semiconductors are to be explained.

Concept introduction: The electrical conductivity of metalloids can be enhanced by replacing the metalloid atoms with electron rich or electron deficient atoms with respect to the corresponding metalloid and this process is known as doping. Doping a metalloid results in the formation of $\text{n}$ and $\text{p-type}$ semiconductors.

To determine: The difference in composition and conduction between $\text{n}$ and $\text{p-type}$ semiconductors.