In an $n$-type semiconductor,the free electrons donated by the impurity atoms occupy energy levels in:

  • A
    the conduction band.
  • B
    the valence band.
  • C
    the band gap and are close to the conduction band.
  • D
    the band gap and are close to the valence band.

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