An impurity such as antimony (Sb) has five electrons in its outer shell. When there are Sb impurities in Silicon,..... Please select one: a. the Crystal will be negatively charged b. an N-type material is formed c. both of the above d. None of the above

An impurity such as antimony (Sb) has five electrons in its outer shell. When there are Sb impurities in Silicon,..... Please select one: a. the Crystal will be negatively charged b. an N-type material is formed c. both of the above d. None of the above

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