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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 14 Objective Question

Question

A Hall probe is made up of a:
Options
A metal
B non-metal
C semiconductor
Correct Answer
D radioactive material
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hall probes are typically made from semiconductor materials, which have a good balance of charge carrier density and mobility to exhibit a measurable Hall effect, allowing for the measurement of magnetic fields.

Hint

The Hall effect is more pronounced in materials with specific charge carrier properties.

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