Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

p-n junction

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.89 in modern English

Syllables: p-n junc-tion
IPA

21

Scrabble Score

10

Letters

3

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

An interface between a p-type and n-type semiconductor; used to create junction diodes and junction transistors

Example Sentences

"In this way a pn-junction can be used as a diode – it can allow a current to flow, but only in one direction."

Inflected Forms

p-n junctions (plural)

Questions

What does p-n junction mean?: An interface between a p-type and n-type semiconductor; used to create junction diodes and junction transistors

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