Question

Identify the graph from the following showing the temperature dependence of resistivity for a typical semiconductor?

• A.

  

• B.

  

• C.

  

• D.

  

Hint:

For semiconductors, temperature and resistivity have an inverse relationship — as temperature increases, resistivity decreases.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The resistivity of a semiconductor decreases with an increase in temperature. As the temperature increases, more charge carriers are excited, leading to a decrease in resistivity. Therefore, the graph showing a downward curve as temperature increases best represents the behavior of resistivity in a typical semiconductor.