Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
Which of the following correctly describes the behavior of an intrinsic semiconductor at absolute zero temperature?
A
It behaves like a conductor.
B
It behaves like a semiconductor.
C
It behaves like an insulator.
D
It behaves like a superconductor.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
At T = 0 K, an intrinsic semiconductor behaves like an insulator because no thermal energy is available to excite electrons from the valence band to the conduction band.
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