Question 49
ElectronicsThe major difference between a pure semiconductor and a pure metal is that
- A.metals are harder than semiconductors
- B.while the resistance of metals decreases with temperature, the reverse is the case for semiconductors
- C.the resistance of metals increases with temperature, while for semiconductors, it is the reverse
- D.metals have forbidden gaps while semiconductors have not.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (the resistance of metals increases with temperature, while for semiconductors, it is the reverse)
Explanation
Heating a metal makes its atoms vibrate more, raising resistance; heating a semiconductor frees more charge carriers, lowering resistance.