Band Structure

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• Subject: Science and Technology
• Institution Name: University of Colorado, Boulder
• Collection: Physics Education Technology (PhET) University of Colorado
• Grade Level: Secondary

• Abstract: Explore the origin of energy bands in crystals of atoms. The structure of these bands determines how materials conduct electricity. Teacher's guide available.

• Course Type: Learning Module
• Languages: English
• Material Types: Activities and Labs, Simulations, Lesson Plans
• Media Formats: Downloadable docs, Graphics/Photos
• Technical Requirements: Flash

• Conditions of Use: Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0