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p-n junction
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Noun
p-n junction (plural p-n junctions)
- (physics) An interface between a p-type and n-type semiconductor; used to create junction diodes and junction transistors
- 2011, Brian Cox, Jeff Forshaw, The Quantum Universe, Allen Lane, published 2011, page 168:
- In this way a pn-junction can be used as a diode – it can allow a current to flow, but only in one direction.
Translations
interface between a p-type and n-type semiconductor
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