Question
Write two points of difference between n-type and p-type semiconductors.

Answer

S.no n- type semiconductor p- type semiconductor
1 Pentavalent impurity is added. Trivalent impurity is added.
2 Electrons are the majority charge carrier/(𝑛𝑒 >> 𝑛) Holes are the majority charge carriers/(𝑛 >> 𝑛𝑒).
3 New energy level formed near conduction band. New energy level formed near valence band.

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