NCERT Class 12 Physics Chapter 14 Semiconductor Electronics MCQs & PYQ

In NCERT Class 12 Physics Chapter 14, "Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices, and Simple Circuits," students delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors and their role in electronics. This chapter covers key topics such as p-n junction diodes, transistors, logic gates, and their applications in electronic circuits.
This article offers valuable resources for CBSE and CUET exam preparation, including sample MCQs and subjective questions. Downloadable PDFs for Class 12 Physics Chapter 14 MCQs and previous year questions are included to aid in mastering NCERT Class 12 Semiconductor Electronics.
NCERT Class 12 Physics Chapters
Chapter 1: Electric Charges and Fields
Chapter 2: Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
Chapter 3: Current Electricity
Chapter 4: Moving Charges and Magnetism
Chapter 5: Magnetism and Matter
Chapter 6: Electromagnetic Induction
Chapter 7: Alternating Current
Chapter 8: Electromagnetic Waves
Chapter 9: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
Chapter 10: Wave Optics
Chapter 11: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Chapter 12: Atoms
Chapter 13: Nuclei
Chapter 15: Communication Systems
Class 12 Physics Chapter 14 MCQs
This question bank includes previous years' CUET and CBSE MCQs, along with questions curated by subject experts. Below are 5 sample multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for Class 12 Physics Chapter 14: Semiconductor Electronics. For the full set of 50 questions, download the PDF using the link provided below.
1.
In the energy-band diagram of n-type Si, the gap between the bottom of the conduction band EC and the donor energy level ED is of the order of:
(a) 10 eV         (b) 1 eV           (c) 0.1 eV        (d) 0.01 eV
2.
Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
Assertion (A): In insulators, the forbidden gap is very large.
Reason (R): The valence electrons in an atom of an insulator are very tightly bound to the nucleus.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true and Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false and Reason (R) is also false.
3.
At 0 K, the resistivity of an intrinsic semiconductor is:
(a) same as that at 0° C            (b) same as that at 300 K
(c) zero                        (d) infinite
4.
When an intrinsic semiconductor is doped with a small amount of trivalent impurity, then:
(a) its resistance increases.
(b) it becomes a p-type semiconductor.
(c) there will be more free electrons than holes in the semiconductor.
(d) dopant atoms become donor atoms.
5.
At a certain temperature in an intrinsic semiconductor, the electrons and holes concentration is 1·5 × 1016 m–3. When it is doped with a trivalent dopant, hole concentration increases to 4·5 × 1022 m–3. In the doped semiconductor, the concentration of electrons (ne) will be:
(a) 3 × 106 m–3 (b) 5 × 107 m–3     (c) 5 × 109 m–3     (d) 6·75 × 1038 m–3
 
Class 12 Physics Chapter 14 Subjective Questions Without Solutions
This question bank includes previous years' CBSE subjective questions (2 marks and above) without solutions, along with expert-curated questions. Below are 5 sample subjective questions for Class 12 Physics Chapter 14: Semiconductor Electronics. To access all questions, download the PDF from the link provided below.
1.
Draw energy band diagram for an n-type and p-type semiconductor at 𝑇 > 0 𝐾.
(CBSE 2023, 2M)
2.
What is meant by energy band gap in a solid? Draw the energy band diagrams for a conductor, an insulator and a semiconductor.
(CBSE 2022, 2M)
3.
(a) Explain the formation of energy bands in crystalline solids.
(b) Draw the energy band diagrams of (i) a metal and (ii) a semiconductor.
(CBSE 2020, 2M)
4.
Draw energy band diagrams of n-type and p-type semiconductors at temperature T > 0K, depicting the donor and acceptor energy levels. Mention the significance of these levels.
(CBSE 2022, 2M)
5.
What is meant by doping of an intrinsic semiconductor? Name the two types of atoms used for doping of Ge/Si.
(CBSE 2022, 2M)
 
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Sub Topics of Chapter 14: Semiconductor Electronics
Semiconductor Electronics
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Classification of Materials
14.3 Intrinsic and Extrinsic Semiconductors
14.4 p-n Junction Diode
14.5 Junction Diode as a Rectifier
14.6 Special Purpose Diodes
14.7 Transistors
14.8 Logic Gates
Review of NCERT Class 12 Physics Chapter 14
NCERT Class 12 Physics Chapter 14, "Semiconductor Electronics," introduces the principles of semiconductors, focusing on their applications in electronics. Topics such as p-n junctions, transistors, and logic gates form the core of this chapter, helping students understand the working of modern electronic devices.
Mastery of this chapter provides a strong foundation in basic electronics, essential for competitive exams like CBSE and CUET, as well as for further studies in engineering and technology.
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