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Germanium is a [[Glossary:Semiconductor|semiconductor]] used for the manufacture of early transistors. It has been superseded by silicon for nearly all purposes but is still used in solar cells and LEDs. | Germanium is a [[Glossary:Semiconductor|semiconductor]] used for the manufacture of early transistors. It has been superseded by silicon for nearly all purposes but is still used in conjunction with other materials in some applications such as solar cells and LEDs. | ||
Latest revision as of 10:04, 12 September 2023
Germanium is a semiconductor used for the manufacture of early transistors. It has been superseded by silicon for nearly all purposes but is still used in conjunction with other materials in some applications such as solar cells and LEDs.