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When a pure semiconductor is heated its resista... - JAMB Physics 2008 Question

When a pure semiconductor is heated, its resistance
A
increases
B
decreases
C
remains the same
D
increases and then decreases
correct option: b
Heating a pure semiconductor increases the mobility of electrons and holes and hence the conductivity. thus, the resistance decreases on heating
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