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The discussion centers on identifying the correct formula for calculating contact potential in semiconductors. A critical correction was noted regarding a typographical error, where "108" should be represented as "10^8". This clarification is essential for accurate calculations in semiconductor physics. Participants emphasized the importance of precise notation in scientific discussions to avoid confusion.

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SK doping stratified where the concentration of donor atoms = 10^2 acceptor atomic concentration, acceptor atomic concentration of 1 acceptor atom per 108 Ge atoms. Calculate the contact potential Vo at 300oK if it is known that the atomic concentration of Ge is 4.4 x 10^28 atoms⁄ m3 and the atomic concentration of intrinsic = ni = 2.5 x 10^13 and the potential VT = 0.0259 Volt. The acceptor atomic concentration is 10^-8 Ge atom concentration.
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I don't know which formula that i should use for this question
Anyone can help me, which formula I should use for this question?
 
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One thing that might help others reading this is that I think you have a typo: ## 108 ## in the second line should be ## 10^8 ##, if I'm not mistaken.
 
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