In a pure silicon crystal,the electron-hole concentration is $10^{16} \ m^{-3}$ at $301 \ K$. Now,$10^{21}$ atoms of phosphorus are added per cubic metre. The new hole concentration in silicon is (in per $m^3$):

  • A
    $10^5$
  • B
    $10^{11}$
  • C
    $10^{19}$
  • D
    $10^{21}$

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