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← ScienceWhich outcome impairs nanoscale transistor performance due to a narrowed energy band?
A)Increased quantum tunneling probability✓
B)Enhanced electron-phonon scattering
C)Reduced electron-hole recombination
D)Suppressed thermal carrier injection
💡 Explanation
Increased quantum tunneling results because thinner barrier widths in a transistor cause electrons to tunnel through the gate oxide due to reduced energy band, affecting proper switching; therefore, performance is hindered, rather than enhanced scattering, improved recombination rate, or inhibited thermal injection.
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