Multiple choice technology

IC chips in computers are made up of??

  1. Lead

  2. Silicon

  3. Chromium

  4. Gold

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B Correct answer
Explanation

IC chips are fabricated on silicon wafers because silicon is a semiconductor - it can conduct or insulate depending on electrical conditions, which is essential for transistor operation. Lead, chromium, and gold are used in chip packaging and interconnects but not as the base semiconductor material.