p-n-p transistor meaning

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p-n-p transistor (noun): a junction transistor having an n-type semiconductor between a p-type semiconductor that serves as an emitter and a p-type semiconductor that serves as a collector.

Definition of p-n-p transistor

  1. a junction transistor having an n-type semiconductor between a p-type semiconductor that serves as an emitter and a p-type semiconductor that serves as a collector

    Type of: transistor

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