What is an LED and how does it work?

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LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. It is a semiconductor device that emits light when an electric current is passed through it.

LEDs are commonly used in electronic devices as indicator lights
They are also used in lighting fixtures for energy efficiency
LEDs have a longer lifespan and are more durable than traditional incandescent bulbs
The working process of an LED involves the movement of electrons through a semiconductor material, which produces photons of light
LEDs come in different colors depending on the materials used in the semiconductor

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LED means electrons recombine with holes emitting light in the process

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Light emitting diode that emit light during forward bias

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Light emitting diode that emit light during forward bias

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