Acceptor

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Acceptor

In transistors, the P-type semiconductor, the electrode containing trivalent impurities (boron, gallium, or indium) to increase the number of holes which can accept electrons. Contrast with donor.

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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use