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bandgap

noun
band·​gap | \ ˈband-ËŒgap\

Definition of bandgap

: the difference in energy between the valence band and the conduction band of a solid material (such as an insulator or semiconductor) that consists of the range of energy values forbidden to electrons in the material

First Known Use of bandgap

1965, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for bandgap

band entry 1 + gap

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