Question 4-) The linear electron-concentration profile shown in the figure below has been established in a silicon material. If no density. If a diffusion current of 1 mA is required, what must the cross-sectional area (in a direction perpendicular to the page) be? D = 35cm² /s 1017/cm and W = 4 um, find the electron-current %3D n(x) 2no W

Question 4-) The linear electron-concentration profile shown in the figure below has been established in a silicon material. If no density. If a diffusion current of 1 mA is required, what must the cross-sectional area (in a direction perpendicular to the page) be? D = 35cm² /s 1017/cm and W = 4 um, find the electron-current %3D n(x) 2no W

Delmar's Standard Textbook Of Electricity

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337900348

Author:Stephen L. Herman

Publisher:Stephen L. Herman

Chapter1: Atomic Structure

Section: Chapter Questions

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