Which outcome results when band structure changes during extreme compression of silicon?

💡 Explanation

A structural transition may cause band overlap; band structure alterations from high pressure result in electrons gaining mobility because the direct band gap closes to allow Metallic behavior, therefore conductivity increases; rather than remaining semiconducting.

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