Doping
The adding of impurities to a semiconductor to increase its conductivity.
Video: Doping explained in an easy to understand way.
Imagine you’re hosting a party and your guests aren't dancing because the music is too soft. To get everyone moving, you turn up the volume and add some vibrant beats. This is similar to doping in semiconductors, where adding impurities energizes the material’s ability to conduct electricity, much like turning up the music energizes the party atmosphere. Just as the new beats increase the energy and movement on the dance floor, the impurities added to the semiconductor increase the movement of electrons, thus enhancing its overall conductivity.
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