Diverse Semiconductors: Types and Their Applications
What is a Semiconductor A semiconductor chip, commonly referred to as an integrated circuit, is a semiconductor device fabricated on a semiconductor wafer through processes such as etching, wiring, and patterning to achieve specific functions. Beyond silicon chips, common semiconductor materials include gallium arsenide, gallium nitride, and silicon carbide. Last reviewed: September 2026 Key Takeaways Semiconductors are materials with conductivity between conductors and insulators, forming the basis of all integrated circuits. Beyond silicon, key semiconductor types include gallium arsenide (GaAs), gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon...
