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Following is a property of p-type semiconductor

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A
Each atom forms four covalent bonds.
B
Fifth electron is extra and becomes delocalised.
C
The place where the 4th valence electron is missing is called hole.
D
Increase in conductivity is due to negatively charged electron.
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Correct Answer

The place where the 4th valence electron is missing is called hole.
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in a p-type semiconductor, certain impurity atoms are added to the crystal structure, and these impurities have one less valence electron than the host semiconductor atoms. This missing electron creates a positively charged "hole" where an electron could exist. r.

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