Multiple choice

Which element is used for making the connecting leads in an IC chip?

  1. silicon

  2. germanium

  3. lead

  4. aluminiun
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Explanation

Aluminum is used for connecting leads in IC chips due to its excellent conductivity, low cost, and ability to form reliable wire bonds. Silicon and germanium are semiconductors used for the chip substrate, while lead is not used due to toxicity and poor bonding properties.

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