MCQ
Through a semiconductor, an electric current is due to drift of
  • A
    Free electrons
  • Free electrons and holes
  • C
    Positive and negative ions
  • D
    Protons

Answer

Correct option: B.
Free electrons and holes
b
(b) In semiconductors charge carries are free electrons and holes

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