Solved question paper for SCP Dec-2023 (B-TECH 1st-2nd)

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Semi-Conductor and Physics Dec-2023

PTU • B-TECH • Mechanical Engineering • 1st-2nd • Dec-2023

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  1. 1(a) Explain the terms : (i) Drift velocity and (ii) Carrier mobility.
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  2. 1(b) What are the basic assumptions of classical free electron theory?
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  3. 1(c) What do you understand by wave function?
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  4. 1(d) Why are we not aware of quantization in the daily experience?
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  5. 1(e) Explain it. What is the density of states? Discuss briefly.
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  6. 1(f) Give the physical basis of effective mass and explain its physical significance.
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  7. 1(g) Write a short note on the band theory of solids.
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  8. 1(h) Define the following terms : (i) Population inversion (ii) Purpning.
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  9. 1(i) What is Fermi level and Fermi energy?
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  10. 1(j) What is exciton?
    Very Short Answer 2 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  11. Obtain an expression for the electrical conductivity of metal on the basis of the free-electron theory. Hence prove Ohm's law.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  12. Discuss with suitable mathematical expressions, the motion of an electron in a periodic potential. Explain how the above theory leads to the concept of the band structure of solids.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  13. Derive an expression for Fermi energy in an intrinsic semiconductor. What is the effect of temperature on Fermi level in an intrinsic semiconductor?
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  14. Differentiate the n-type and p-type semiconductors with their Fermi level diagram.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  15. For an intrinsic semiconductor having a band gap Eg = 0.7 eV, calculate the density of holes and electrons at room temperature (= 27°C). https://www.plustudy.com
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  16. Explain the term 'spontaneous' and 'stimulated' emission of radiation. Obtain a relation between transition probabilities of spontaneous and stimulated emission.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  17. Describe the construction and working of a semiconductor laser with necessary diagrams. Discuss its merits over other lasers.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  18. Explain the concept of divisionality and monochromaticity as applied to lasers.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  19. What is the Hall effect? Give an experimental method of calculating concentration and type of charges in a given semiconductor.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH
  20. Assume that there are 5 × 10^{28} atoms/m^3 in Cu, find the Hall coefficient.
    Long Answer 8 Marks Dec-2023 • PTU B-TECH

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