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Fermi level in n-type semiconductor shifts:

Answer: Toward conduction band.

  • A Toward valence band
  • B Toward conduction band
  • C Does not shift
  • D To mid-gap exactly

Correct answer: B. Toward conduction band

Explanation: N-type doping: extra electrons push Fermi level toward conduction band. P-type: Fermi level moves toward valence band.

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Conductors have overlapping bands, semiconductors have a small energy gap that can be bridged by heat or doping, and insulators have a large gap that blocks conduction.

Concept context

Band theory, p-n junction, diodes, transistors, logic gates, and integrated circuits.

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