Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12

What is the characteristic of a material with a large band gap (E_g > 3 eV)?

A

It cannot conduct electricity due to no electrons in the conduction band.

B

It allows easy movement of electrons from the valence band.

C

It has partially filled conduction and valence bands.

D

It exhibits high conductivity at room temperature.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

A material with a large band gap (E_g > 3 eV) does not have electrons in the conduction band, making electrical conduction impossible, as stated in the NCERT context.

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