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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

Question

The strength of a semiconductor crystal comes from
Options
A Forces between nuclei
B Forces between protons
C Electron-pair bonds
Correct Answer
D None of the above
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Semiconductor crystals like silicon and germanium are held together by covalent bonds (electron-pair bonds).

Hint

What type of bonds hold semiconductor crystals together?

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