In a semiconducting material,the mobilities of electrons and holes are $\mu_e$ and $\mu_h$ respectively. Which of the following is true?

  • A
    $\mu_e > \mu_h$
  • B
    $\mu_e < \mu_h$
  • C
    $\mu_e = \mu_h$
  • D
    $\mu_e < 0; \mu_h > 0$

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