Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12

Which type of semiconductor is formed when silicon or germanium is doped with a trivalent impurity?

A

n-type semiconductor

B

p-type semiconductor

C

intrinsic semiconductor

D

superconductor

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

A p-type semiconductor is created when Si or Ge is doped with a trivalent impurity, resulting in holes being the majority carriers, as stated in the NCERT context.

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