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What is Intrinsic semiconductors

    Intrinsic semiconductors are pure semiconductors that are impurity-free.

    The most common intrinsic semiconductors are Silicon (Si) and Germanium (Ge).

    At room temperature, intrinsic semiconductor shows almost negligible conductivity.

    The conductivity of an intrinsic semiconductor depends on temperature.

    What is Intrinsic semiconductors

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