Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12

Assertion (A): Pure semiconductors are referred to as 'intrinsic semiconductors'. | Reason (R): Intrinsic semiconductors have charge carriers due to external impurities.

A

Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B

Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C

(A) is true, but (R) is false.

D

(A) is false, but (R) is true.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Intrinsic semiconductors have charge carriers as an intrinsic property, not due to external impurities. This contradicts the reason provided.

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