Question on: JAMB Physics - 2008

When a pure semiconductor is heated, its resistance

A
increases
B
decreases
C
remains the same
D
increases and then decreases
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Correct Option: B

Heating a pure semiconductor increases the mobility of electrons and holes and hence the conductivity. thus, the resistance decreases on heating

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