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Electric conduction in a semiconductor takes place due to

Assuming the Semiconductor is at room temperature (300°K), there are equal numbers of free electrons and holes present in the semiconductor. Hence both electrons and holes participate in the electrical conduction in a semiconductor. Therefore, the correct answer is option C.

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