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Germanium (Ge) is another semiconductor material that was widely used in
early electronics, before being largely replaced by silicon. Germanium is a
metalloid, similar to silicon, and has properties that make it suitable for use
in electronic devices.
Germanium has a higher electron mobility than silicon, which makes it
attractive for use in high-speed transistors and other electronic devices.
However, it has a lower thermal conductivity and a smaller bandgap than silicon,
which limits its use in some applications.
Germanium is still used in some niche applications, such as in infrared
detectors and nuclear radiation detectors, where its unique properties make it
useful. It is also being researched for potential use in solar cells and other
electronic devices, as scientists continue to explore new materials and
technologies.
While germanium is not as widely used as it once was, it remains an important
material in the electronics industry and continues to be studied for its
potential uses.
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