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Which of these elements does not act as a donor atom in a semiconductor?

Correct answer A. Aluminium

Explanation

Phosphorus, antimony and arsenic have five valence electrons and donate one to form n-type material, while aluminium has three and acts as an acceptor, producing p-type material.

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