MCQ
The distinction between conductors, insulators and semiconductors is largely concerned with:
- ATheir ability to conduct current
- BThe type of crystal lattice
- CBinding energy of their electrons
- DRelative widths of their energy gaps
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Answer
- Relative widths of their energy gaps
Explanation:
According to band theory, distinction between conductors, insulators and semiconductors is based on relative width of energy gaps between valence band and conduction band.
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