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 What is MOSFET? A Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field-effect Transistor (MOSFET, MOS-FET, or MOS FET) is a type of field-effect transistor (FET) with an insulated gate. Its conductivity is controlled by the voltage applied to the gate. MOSFETs are used for switching or amplifying signals. The ability to change conductivity with the applied voltage is key to their function in amplifying or switching electronic signals. Today, MOSFETs are more common than bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) in both digital and analog circuits. The gate of a MOSFET is formed by silicon dioxide, which provides isolation by preventing direct charge flow from the gate to the conducting channel. MOSFETs are the most common transistors in digital circuits, with hundreds of thousands or millions included in memory chips or microprocessors. MOSFETs can be made with either p-type or n-type semiconductors. Complementary pairs of MOS transistors are used in CMOS logic circuits, which have very low power consumption. W

Semiconductor chips, the tiny marvels of modern technology, are the fundamental building blocks of contemporary electronic devices. Despite their minuscule size, these chips perform incredibly complex functions, enabling everything from basic calculations to advanced artificial intelligence operations. Understanding how semiconductor chips work involves delving into the properties of semiconductors, the architecture of the chips, and the intricate processes used to manufacture them. This detailed exploration aims to shed light on the sophisticated workings of semiconductor chips. The Basics of Semiconductors Semiconductors are materials with electrical properties that fall between those of conductors (like copper) and insulators (like glass). The most commonly used semiconductor material is silicon, chosen for its abundant availability and excellent semiconducting properties. Other materials such as germanium, gallium arsenide, and silicon carbide are used in specific applications wher