Question 1 - numeric, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

What is the average efficiency (in percent) for modern OLED displays?

*A: 30.0

Feedback: Correct! Modern OLED displays typically have an efficiency range between 25% and 35%.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the efficiency range for modern OLED displays.

Question 2 - multiple choice, shuffle, difficult

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

You are assigned a project of manufacturing devices requiring high brightness and outdoor visibility.
With your understanding of various display technologies, specify the most suitable display technology for
the same.

*A: LCD

Feedback: Correct! LCDs are commonly used in devices that require high brightness and better outdoor
visibility.

B: CRT

Feedback: Incorrect. CRTs are not commonly used in modern devices due to their size and power
consumption.

C: OLED

Feedback: Incorrect. While OLEDs provide high contrast, they may not always perform as well in bright
outdoor conditions.

D: Plasma

Feedback: Incorrect. Plasma displays are not typically used in devices requiring high brightness and
outdoor visibility.

Question 3 - text match, difficult

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

You are tasked with developing OLED displays that emit light. With your understanding of various
materials used in the construction of OLEDs, specify the material that would be most suitable for this
task.

*A: carbon

Feedback: Correct! The organic compounds used in OLEDs are carbon-based.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. This is not the primary material used in OLED displays.

Question 4 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

Select all the characteristics that are true for LCD displays.

*A: Uses a backlight

Feedback: Correct! LCD displays use a backlight to illuminate the screen.

*B: Has a slower response time compared to OLED

Feedback: Correct. LCDs generally have a slower response time compared to OLEDs, which can affect
the display of fast-moving images.

C: Consumes more power than OLED

Feedback: Incorrect. LCDs usually consume less power than OLEDs because OLEDs emit their own
light.

D: Can suffer from image retention

Feedback: Incorrect. LCDs are generally less prone to image retention compared to OLEDs.

E: Offers wider viewing angles than OLED

Feedback: Incorrect. OLEDs typically offer wider viewing angles compared to LCDs.

Question 5 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, difficult

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

Which of the following components are essential in the construction of a liquid crystal cell?

*A: Polarizer

Feedback: Correct! A polarizer is a crucial component in a liquid crystal cell.

*B: Compensation foil

Feedback: Correct! Compensation foil is used to solve the single wavelength problem.

C: Resistor

Feedback: Incorrect. A resistor is not typically a component of a liquid crystal cell.

*D: TFT (Thin-Film Transistor)

Feedback: Correct! TFTs are used in liquid crystal cells for active matrix addressing.

E: Capacitor

Feedback: Incorrect. While capacitors are used in electronic circuits, they are not specific components of
a liquid crystal cell.

Question 6 - numeric, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

Considering a specific type of liquid crystal display, if the transmitted intensity is measured to be 70%,
what is the refractive index difference? (Provide a numeric value up to one decimal place.)

*A: 0.3

Feedback: Correct! The refractive index difference is 0.3.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the concept of refractive index difference in liquid crystal
displays.

Question 7 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

Which of the following best describes the dynamic behavior of liquid crystals?
*A: It is highly dependent on temperature and applied electric fields.

Feedback: Correct! The dynamic behavior of liquid crystals is significantly influenced by temperature and
electric fields.

B: It is independent of external influences.

Feedback: Incorrect. The dynamic behavior of liquid crystals is influenced by external factors.

C: It only depends on the chemical composition of the liquid crystals.

Feedback: Incorrect. While chemical composition matters, it does not only depend on it.

D: It remains constant regardless of external conditions.

Feedback: Incorrect. The dynamic behavior of liquid crystals changes with external conditions.

Question 8 - text match, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

What term describes the specific molecular configuration found in a type of LCD cell known for its
helical arrangement of molecules? Please answer in all lowercase.

*A: twistednematic

Feedback: Correct! The arrangement is known as twisted nematic.

*B: twisted nematic

Feedback: Correct! The arrangement is known as twisted nematic.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. This is not the term used to describe the specific molecular configuration
found in a type of LCD cell.

Question 9 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

What term is used for the mechanism that creates color in STN displays? Please answer in all lowercase.

*A: birefringence

Feedback: Correct! Birefringence is the mechanism that creates color in STN displays.

*B: birefringent
Feedback: Correct! Birefringent is another accepted term for the mechanism that creates color in STN
displays.

*C: birefringences

Feedback: Correct! Birefringences is another accepted term for the mechanism that creates color in STN
displays.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the mechanism that creates color in STN displays.

Question 10 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

Which of the following are advantages of the Super Twisted Nematic (STN) cell?

*A: Lower power consumption

Feedback: Correct! One of the advantages of STN cells is lower power consumption.

*B: Wider viewing angle

Feedback: Correct! STN cells offer a wider viewing angle.

C: Faster response time compared to TN cells

Feedback: Incorrect. STN cells have slower response times compared to TN cells.

*D: Higher resolution

Feedback: Correct! STN cells provide higher resolution.

E: Simpler driving schemes

Feedback: Incorrect. STN cells do not necessarily have simpler driving schemes.

Question 11 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

What is one of the conditions for maximum transmission in STN cells?

A: Twist angle close to 90 degrees

Feedback: Incorrect. A twist angle close to 90 degrees is not a condition for maximum transmission in
STN cells.

*B: Proper alignment of liquid crystal molecules

Feedback: Correct! Proper alignment of liquid crystal molecules is one of the conditions for maximum
transmission in STN cells.

C: High voltage applied across the cell

Feedback: Incorrect. High voltage applied across the cell is not a condition for maximum transmission in
STN cells.

D: Use of polarizing filters

Feedback: Incorrect. While polarizing filters are used, they are not a condition for maximum transmission
in STN cells.

Question 12 - numeric, easy

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

What is the approximate twist angle (in degrees) of Super Twisted Nematic (STN) cells?

*A: 270.0

Feedback: Correct! The twist angle of STN cells is approximately 270 degrees of STN cells.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the twist angle of STN cells.

Question 13 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

What term describes the alignment of liquid crystals in parallel to the substrates in an LCD? Please
answer in all lowercase.

*A: homogeneous

Feedback: Correct! Homogeneous alignment describes the alignment of liquid crystals parallel to the
substrates.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the course materials on liquid crystal alignments.
Question 14 - multiple choice, shuffle, difficult

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

You are working on a project related to construction of liquid crystal displays (LCDs). With your
understanding of various materials used in LCDs’ construction, specify the material that would be
suitable for this task.

*A: Indium tin oxide

Feedback: Correct! Indium tin oxide is a common conductive material used in LCDs.

B: Gallium arsenide

Feedback: Incorrect. Gallium arsenide is commonly used in semiconductor devices, not LCDs.

C: Silicon carbide

Feedback: Incorrect. Silicon carbide is typically used in high-power or high-temperature applications.

D: Aluminum oxide

Feedback: Incorrect. Aluminum oxide is used as an abrasive and in ceramic materials, not LCDs.

Question 15 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

What is the primary function of the alignment layer in an LCD?

*A: To control the orientation of liquid crystal molecules

Feedback: Correct! The alignment layer helps control the orientation of liquid crystal molecules, which is
essential for display operation.

B: To provide electrical conductivity

Feedback: Incorrect. The alignment layer does not provide electrical conductivity; this is done by other
layers in the LCD.

C: To emit light

Feedback: Incorrect. The alignment layer does not emit light; it controls the orientation of liquid crystals.
D: To protect the display from scratches

Feedback: Incorrect. While protection from scratches is important, it is not the primary function of the
alignment layer.

Question 16 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Reference Values and Equations

What is the electron mobility of GaAs at room temperature?

*A: 8500 cm²/V·s

Feedback: Correct! GaAs has an electron mobility of 8500 cm²/V·s at room temperature. This high
mobility makes it an excellent material for high-speed electronic devices.

B: 1500 cm²/V·s

Feedback: Incorrect. The electron mobility of Si at room temperature is around 1500 cm²/V·s. GaAs has a
much higher electron mobility.

C: 4500 cm²/V·s

Feedback: Incorrect. This value is not correct for GaAs. GaAs has a higher electron mobility at room
temperature.

D: 600 cm²/V·s

Feedback: Incorrect. This value is closer to the electron mobility of GaP at room temperature. GaAs has a
higher electron mobility.

Question 17 - numeric, easy

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Reference Values and Equations

What is the typical bandgap energy (in eV) of GaP at room temperature? Please give a numeric value up
to one decimal place.

*A: 2.3

Feedback: Correct! The bandgap energy of GaP at room temperature [300k] is approximately 2.3 eV.
Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the material properties of GaP discussed in the lecture.

Question 18 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

What material parameter is represented by the symbol \( \epsilon_r \) in semiconductors? Please answer in
all lowercase.

*A: dielectricconstant

Feedback: Correct! \( \epsilon_r \) represents the dielectric constant of the semiconductor material.

*B: dielectric constant

Feedback: Correct! \( \epsilon_r \) represents the dielectric constant of the semiconductor material.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please refer to the lecture notes and materials to review the significance of
physical constants in semiconductor physics.

Question 19 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

What is the primary function of liquid crystals in an LCD?

*A: To control light modulation

Feedback: Correct! Liquid crystals modulate light to display images on the screen.

B: To generate light

Feedback: Incorrect. The light source in an LCD is provided by a backlight, not the liquid crystals.

C: To store electrical charge

Feedback: Incorrect. Storing electrical charge is not the function of liquid crystals.

D: To create color

Feedback: Incorrect. The creation of color is achieved by color filters, not the liquid crystals themselves.

Question 20 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

How is the alignment of liquid crystal molecules controlled in an LCD?

*A: By applying an electric field

Feedback: Correct! An electric field is used to control the orientation of liquid crystal molecules.

B: By changing the temperature

Feedback: Incorrect. While temperature can affect liquid crystals, it is not the primary method used in
LCDs to control molecule alignment.

C: By mechanical pressure

Feedback: Incorrect. Mechanical pressure is not used to control liquid crystal alignment in LCDs.

D: By adjusting the light intensity

Feedback: Incorrect. Adjusting light intensity does not control the alignment of liquid crystal molecules.

Question 21 - numeric, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Reference Values and Equations

What is the typical bandgap energy of Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) at room temperature in electron volts
(eV)? Please give a numeric value up to two decimal places.

*A: 1.42

Feedback: Correct! The typical bandgap energy of GaAs at room temperature is 1.42 eV.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the bandgap energy values for GaAs semiconductors.

Question 22 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying plasma displays

What is one of the advantages of AC plasma display panels?

*A: Inherent memory function

Feedback: Correct! The inherent memory function is a significant advantage of AC plasma display
panels, allowing them to retain image information without continuous refreshing.

B: High power consumption

Feedback: Incorrect. High power consumption is actually a disadvantage of many display technologies,
not an advantage.

C: Limited viewing angle

Feedback: Incorrect. Limited viewing angle is a drawback, not an advantage, of some display
technologies.

D: Slow response time

Feedback: Incorrect. Slow response time is typically a disadvantage in display technologies.

Question 23 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying plasma displays

What is the gaseous element commonly used as the discharge gas in plasma displays? Please answer in all
lowercase.

*A: xenon

Feedback: Correct! Xenon is commonly used as the discharge gas due to its emission of resonant
radiation at different wavelengths.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Review the materials on the role of discharge gases in plasma displays.

Question 24 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying plasma displays

Which characteristic is important for efficient phosphors in Plasma Display Panels?

*A: Strong absorption at plasma excitation wavelengths

Feedback: Correct! Efficient phosphors must have strong absorption at plasma excitation wavelengths to
be effective.
B: Low energy transfer efficiency

Feedback: Incorrect. Low energy transfer efficiency would make a phosphor inefficient.

C: Long decay times

Feedback: Incorrect. Long decay times can cause afterglow, which is undesirable for display quality.

D: Weak chromaticity

Feedback: Incorrect. Chromaticity is important for color quality in displays, and weak chromaticity is not
a desired characteristic.

Question 25 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying plasma displays

Which technology is primarily used in the fabrication of plasma displays?

*A: Gas discharge

Feedback: Correct! Plasma displays operate using the gas discharge principle, where ionized gas emits
light.

B: Liquid crystals

Feedback: Incorrect. Liquid crystals are used in LCD displays, not plasma displays.

C: Organic LEDs

Feedback: Incorrect. Organic LEDs are used in OLED displays, not plasma displays.

D: Quantum dots

Feedback: Incorrect. Quantum dots are used in quantum dot displays, not plasma displays.

Question 26 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of E-ink displays

What is the primary material used in the technology of E-ink displays? Please answer in all lowercase.
*A: electrophoretic

Feedback: Correct! The primary material used in E-ink displays is electrophoretic.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the material on the primary material used in E-ink displays.

Question 27 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying plasma displays

Select the advantages of plasma displays.

*A: High contrast ratio

Feedback: Correct! Plasma displays are known for their high contrast ratio, which provides deeper blacks
and brighter whites.

B: Energy efficient

Feedback: Incorrect. Plasma displays generally consume more power compared to LCDs and LEDs.

*C: Wide viewing angle

Feedback: Correct! Plasma displays offer wide viewing angles without significant color distortion.

D: Lightweight

Feedback: Incorrect. Plasma displays are usually heavier than their LCD and LED counterparts.

E: Long lifespan

Feedback: Incorrect. The lifespan of plasma displays is generally shorter compared to LED and OLED
displays.

Question 28 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of E-ink displays

Which of the following is an application of E-ink displays?

*A: E-book readers

Feedback: Correct! E-ink displays are commonly used in e-book readers due to their low power
consumption and readability in sunlight.

B: Flat-panel televisions

Feedback: Incorrect. Flat-panel televisions typically use LCD or OLED technology, not E-ink.

C: Smartphone screens

Feedback: Incorrect. Although some smartphones have experimented with E-ink displays, it's not a
common application.

D: VR headsets

Feedback: Incorrect. VR headsets require high refresh rates and color displays, which are not
characteristics of E-ink technology.

Question 29 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting

What is the phenomenon called when voltage is applied to change the wetting properties of a surface?
Please answer in all lowercase.

*A: electrowetting

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting is the phenomenon where an applied voltage changes the wetting
properties of a surface.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. This phenomenon is fundamental to the applications discussed.

Question 30 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

Select all components that are essential in an electrowetting display device.

*A: Hydrophobic layer

Feedback: Correct! A hydrophobic layer is essential in electrowetting to control liquid movement.

*B: Electrodes
Feedback: Correct! Electrodes are crucial for applying voltage in electrowetting devices.

C: Magnetic coils

Feedback: Incorrect. Magnetic coils are not used in electrowetting displays. They are more relevant to
electromagnetic applications.

D: Liquid Crystal Layer

Feedback: Incorrect. Liquid crystal layers are used in LCDs, not in electrowetting devices.

*E: Control circuitry

Feedback: Correct! Control circuitry is required to manage the operation of electrowetting devices.

Question 31 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

What is the primary material used in the technology of electrowetting displays? Please answer in all
lowercase.

*A: oil

Feedback: Correct! The primary material used in electrowetting displays is oil.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the materials used in electrowetting displays.

Question 32 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

Which of the following is a key advantage of electrowetting displays?

*A: Low power consumption

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting displays are known for their low power consumption.

B: High contrast ratio

Feedback: Incorrect. While high contrast ratio is important, it's not a key advantage of electrowetting
displays.
C: Wide viewing angles

Feedback: Incorrect. While wide viewing angles are beneficial, it's not a key advantage of electrowetting
displays.

D: Flexible substrate

Feedback: Incorrect. Flexible substrate is a benefit, but not a key advantage of electrowetting displays.

Question 33 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Select the components involved in the technology of plasma displays.

*A: Phosphors

Feedback: Correct! Phosphors are used to emit light in plasma displays.

B: Liquid crystals

Feedback: Incorrect. Liquid crystals are used in LCDs, not plasma displays.

*C: Electrodes

Feedback: Correct! Electrodes are used to create electric fields in plasma displays.

D: Micromirrors

Feedback: Incorrect. Micromirrors are used in DLP technology, not plasma displays.

*E: Gas discharge cells

Feedback: Correct! Gas discharge cells are essential components in plasma displays.

Question 34 - numeric, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Reference Values and Equations

What is the typical electron mobility of GaAs at room temperature in cm²/V·s?

*A: 8500.0
Feedback: Correct! GaAs has a high electron mobility, making it suitable for high-speed electronic
applications.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Remember to review the electron mobility values for GaAs.

Question 35 - numeric, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

What is the typical wavelength (in nanometers) of the resonant radiation emitted by xenon in plasma
displays?

*A: 147.0

Feedback: Correct! Xenon emits resonant radiation at 147 nm in plasma displays.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Recall the typical wavelength of the resonant radiation emitted by xenon in
plasma displays.

Question 36 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

What term describes the ability of a display cell to retain its state without continuous refreshing? Please
answer in all lowercase.

*A: memory

Feedback: Correct! The memory function allows display cells to retain their state without continuous
refreshing, which is a key advantage in certain display technologies.

*B: retention

Feedback: Correct! Retention is also an acceptable term for the ability of a display cell to maintain its
state.

*C: storage

Feedback: Correct! Storage can be used to describe the ability of a display cell to maintain its state.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Recall the terms used to describe the ability of a display cell to retain its
state without continuous refreshing.
Question 37 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Which of the following explains the concept of quantum cutting in plasma display panels?

*A: A new mechanism for improving the efficiency of plasma display panels

Feedback: Correct! Quantum cutting refers to a new mechanism for improving the efficiency of plasma
display panels.

B: A method to cut the quantum efficiency of plasma displays by half

Feedback: Incorrect. Quantum cutting does not involve reducing the efficiency of plasma displays.

C: A technique to increase the number of discharge cells in plasma displays

Feedback: Incorrect. Quantum cutting is related to photon conversion, not the number of discharge cells.

D: A process to improve color accuracy in plasma displays by cutting off unwanted wavelengths

Feedback: Incorrect. Quantum cutting does not involve cutting off wavelengths to improve color
accuracy.

Question 38 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Which of the following characteristics are important for phosphors used in plasma displays? Select all
that apply.

*A: Strong absorption at plasma excitation wavelengths

Feedback: Correct! Efficient phosphors should have strong absorption at plasma excitation wavelengths.

*B: Low decay times

Feedback: Correct! Phosphors with low decay times help in maintaining high-quality images.

*C: High stability under operating conditions

Feedback: Correct! Stability is crucial for the longevity and performance of phosphors in plasma displays.

D: Ability to emit infrared radiation

Feedback: Incorrect. Emitting infrared radiation is not a necessary characteristic for phosphors in plasma
displays.

E: Capability to withstand high temperatures

Feedback: Incorrect. While resistance to high temperatures is beneficial, it is not a primary characteristic
for phosphors used in plasma displays.

Question 39 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

What term describes the manipulation of liquids on a solid surface using an electric field? Please answer
in all lowercase.

*A: electrowetting

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting refers to the manipulation of liquids on a solid surface using an electric
field.

*B: electro-wetting

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting refers to the manipulation of liquids on a solid surface using an electric
field.

*B: electro wetting

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting refers to the manipulation of liquids on a solid surface using an electric
field.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the concept of manipulating liquids on a solid surface using
an electric field.

Question 40 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

Which of the following are the applications of electrowetting?

*A: Electronic paper

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting is used in electronic paper to manipulate the display of images.

B: Liquid crystal displays

Feedback: Incorrect. Liquid crystal displays do not utilize electrowetting technology.

*C: Optical switches

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting is used in optical switches to change the path of light.

D: Photovoltaic cells

Feedback: Incorrect. Photovoltaic cells convert light into electricity and do not involve electrowetting.

Question 41 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays

Which phenomenon forms the basis of electronic display devices using liquid crystals?

A: Electrowetting

Feedback: Electrowetting is related to the manipulation of liquids on a solid surface using an electric
field, but it is not the basis for liquid crystal displays.

B: Electroluminescence

Feedback: Electroluminescence is the emission of light in response to an electric current, but it is not the
basis for liquid crystal displays.

C: Photoelectric effect

Feedback: The photoelectric effect involves the emission of electrons from a material when it absorbs
light, but it is not the basis for liquid crystal displays.

*D: Liquid crystal alignment

Feedback: Correct! Liquid crystal alignment is the phenomenon that forms the basis of electronic display
devices using liquid crystals.

Question 42 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Which of the following are challenges associated with electroluminescent displays?

*A: Limited brightness

Feedback: Correct! Limited brightness is a known challenge for electroluminescent displays.

B: High power consumption

Feedback: Incorrect. Electroluminescent displays are known for their low power consumption.

*C: Low manufacturing costs

Feedback: Correct! The high cost of manufacturing is a significant challenge.

Question 43 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

What is the primary mechanism by which electroluminescent displays emit light?

*A: Electrons recombining with holes

Feedback: Correct! The primary mechanism is the recombination of electrons and holes.

B: Phosphorescence

Feedback: Incorrect. Phosphorescence involves a longer afterglow and is not the primary mechanism in
electroluminescent displays.

C: Thermal excitation

Feedback: Incorrect. Thermal excitation is not the primary mechanism for light emission in
electroluminescent displays.

D: Chemical reactions

Feedback: Incorrect. Chemical reactions are not involved in the primary mechanism of electroluminescent
displays.

Question 44 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

What term describes the process of light emission in electroluminescent displays? Please answer in all
lowercase.

*A: electroluminescence

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescence is the process by which light is emitted.

*B: electro luminescence

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescence is the process by which light is emitted.

*C: electro-luminescence

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescence is the process by which light is emitted.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the mechanism of light emission in electroluminescent
displays.

Question 45 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Which material is commonly used as a phosphor in electroluminescent displays?

*A: Zinc sulfide

Feedback: Correct! Zinc sulfide is commonly used as a phosphor material.

B: Silicon dioxide

Feedback: Incorrect. Silicon dioxide is not used as a phosphor in electroluminescent displays.

C: Aluminum oxide

Feedback: Incorrect. Aluminum oxide is not a common phosphor material in electroluminescent displays.

D: Magnesium oxide

Feedback: Incorrect. Magnesium oxide is not used as a phosphor in electroluminescent displays.

Question 46 - multiple choice, shuffle, easy

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Which type of display technology is primarily based on the electroluminescence phenomenon?

A: LED

Feedback: Incorrect. LED technology is based on light-emitting diodes, not electroluminescence.

B: LCD

Feedback: Incorrect. LCD technology relies on liquid crystals and does not involve electroluminescence.

C: OLED

Feedback: Incorrect. OLED technology uses organic compounds to emit light, which is different from
electroluminescence.

*D: ELD

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescent Displays (ELD) are based on the electroluminescence

phenomenon.

Question 47 - multiple choice, shuffle, difficult

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

You have been assigned a project of constructing electroluminescent displays. With your understanding
of various materials used in such displays, specify a suitable material for this project.

*A: Zinc Sulfide

Feedback: Correct! Zinc Sulfide is a common material used in electroluminescent displays.

B: Silicon Dioxide

Feedback: Incorrect. Silicon Dioxide is not typically used in electroluminescent displays. Review the
materials covered in the lesson.

C: Gallium Arsenide

Feedback: Incorrect. Gallium Arsenide is more commonly used in other semiconductor applications.
Check the materials specific to electroluminescent displays.

D: Polyethylene

Feedback: Incorrect. Polyethylene is a type of plastic and is not used in electroluminescent displays. Refer
back to the lesson for the correct materials.

Question 48 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays
Which of the following factors affect the performance of electroluminescent displays?

*A: Ambient temperature

Feedback: Correct! Ambient temperature can influence the performance of electroluminescent displays.

*B: Electrode material

Feedback: Correct! The material used for the electrodes can significantly affect the performance of
electroluminescent displays.

*C: Screen resolution

Feedback: Correct. It is important for display quality and it directly affect the performance of
electroluminescent displays.

*D: Power supply voltage

Feedback: Correct! The voltage of the power supply can impact the performance of electroluminescent
displays.

Question 49 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

Which of the following are the advantages of electroluminescent displays over traditional LCDs?

*A: Higher contrast ratios

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescent displays offer higher contrast ratios compared to traditional
LCDs, enhancing image quality.

B: Lower power consumption

Feedback: Incorrect. While electroluminescent displays have several advantages, lower power
consumption is not necessarily one of them compared to LCDs.

C: Longer lifespan

Feedback: Incorrect. Electroluminescent displays do not have a longer lifespan compared to traditional
LCDs.

*D: Wider viewing angles

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescent displays may have good viewing angles.

Question 50 - multiple choice, shuffle, difficult

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

You have been assigned a project of constructing electroluminescent displays. With your understanding
of various materials used in such displays, specify a suitable material for this project.

*A: Zinc sulfide

Feedback: Correct! Zinc sulfide is widely used in electroluminescent displays due to its efficient light-
emitting properties.

B: Silicon carbide

Feedback: Incorrect. Silicon carbide is not typically used in electroluminescent displays. Try reviewing
the materials used in these displays.

C: Gallium arsenide

Feedback: Incorrect. Gallium arsenide is commonly used in LEDs and laser diodes, but not in
electroluminescent displays.

D: Indium phosphide

Feedback: Incorrect. Indium phosphide is not used in electroluminescent displays. It is more commonly
found in high-speed electronics and photonics devices.

Question 51 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

What is the primary mechanism through which electroluminescent displays emit light? Please answer in
all lowercase.

*A: electroluminescence

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescence is the process responsible for light emission in these displays.

*B: luminescence

Feedback: Correct! Luminescence can also refer to the light emission process, though it's broader and
includes other types.

*C: electro luminescence

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescence is the process responsible for light emission in these displays.
*D: electro-luminescence

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescence is the process responsible for light emission in these displays.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Review the mechanisms of light emission in electroluminescent displays.

Question 52 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

Which of the following challenges are associated with electroluminescent displays?

*A: High power consumption

Feedback: Correct! High power consumption is one of the challenges faced by electroluminescent
displays.

*B: Limited color range

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescent displays often struggle with producing a wide range of colors.

C: Slow response time

Feedback: Incorrect. Electroluminescent displays generally have a fast response time.

*D: High production cost

Feedback: Correct! High production cost is another challenge associated with electroluminescent
displays.

*E: Short lifespan

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescent displays typically have a shorter lifespan compared to other
display technologies.

Question 53 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

Select all the components that are typically parts of modern electronic display devices.

*A: TFT (Thin-Film Transistor)

Feedback: Correct! TFTs are used in modern electronic displays to control pixel illumination.

*B: OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode)

Feedback: Correct! OLEDs are used in many high-quality electronic displays due to their self-emissive
properties.

C: Vacuum Tube

Feedback: Incorrect. Vacuum tubes are outdated technology not used in modern electronic displays.

*D: LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Feedback: Correct! LCDs are widely used in various electronic display devices for their excellent display
characteristics.

Question 54 - multiple choice, shuffle, difficult

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

You have been assigned a project of constructing electroluminescent displays. With your understanding
of various materials used in such displays, specify a suitable material for this project.

*A: Phosphor

Feedback: Correct! Phosphor is used in electroluminescent displays due to its ability to emit light when
an electric current passes through it.

B: Silicon

Feedback: Incorrect. Silicon is commonly used in semiconductor devices, not typically in

electroluminescent displays.

C: Gallium Arsenide

Feedback: Incorrect. Gallium Arsenide is used in some optical devices but not commonly in
electroluminescent displays.

D: Polyethylene

Feedback: Incorrect. Polyethylene is a type of plastic not used in electroluminescent displays.

Question 55 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays
Which of the following are advantages of electroluminescent displays?

*A: High brightness

Feedback: Correct! High brightness is a key advantage of electroluminescent displays.

*B: Energy efficiency

Feedback: Correct! Electroluminescent displays are known for their energy efficiency.

C: Short lifespan

Feedback: Incorrect. A short lifespan is not an advantage of electroluminescent displays.

D: High cost

Feedback: Incorrect. High cost is not considered an advantage of electroluminescent displays.

Question 56 - text match, easy

Question category: Module: Electroluminescent Displays

Learning objective: Familiarize yourself with basic principles underlying electroluminescent displays

What term describes the type of light emission in electroluminescent displays? Please answer in all
lowercase.

*A: electroluminescence

Feedback: Correct! The term for the type of light emission in electroluminescent displays is
'electroluminescence'.

*B: electro luminescence

Feedback: Correct! The term for the type of light emission in electroluminescent displays is
'electroluminescence'.

*C: electro-luminescence

Feedback: Correct! The term for the type of light emission in electroluminescent displays is
'electroluminescence'.

Default Feedback: Incorrect. Please review the lesson on the type of light emission in electroluminescent
displays.

Question 57 - multiple choice, shuffle, difficult

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand basic principles that drive display operation

Which of the following materials is typically used for fabricating the gate in a metal-oxide-semiconductor
field-effect transistor (MOSFET)?

A: Silicon dioxide

Feedback: Silicon dioxide is commonly used as the insulating layer in MOSFETs, but not for the gate
material.

*B: Polysilicon

Feedback: Correct! Polysilicon is commonly used as the gate material in MOSFETs.

C: Gallium arsenide

Feedback: Gallium arsenide is used in some semiconductor devices, but it is not typically used as the gate
material in MOSFETs.

D: Aluminum

Feedback: Aluminum is used for the metal contacts in MOSFETs, but not typically for the gate material.

Question 58 - checkbox, shuffle, partial credit, medium

Question category: Module: Liquid Crystal Displays

Learning objective: Basic operation of liquid crystal displays

Which of the following are common applications of liquid crystal devices?

*A: Digital watches

Feedback: Correct! Digital watches often use LCDs for their displays.

B: Solar panels

Feedback: Incorrect. Solar panels convert light into electricity and do not use LCD technology.

*C: Television screens

Feedback: Correct! Many modern television screens use LCD technology.

D: Microwave ovens

Feedback: Incorrect. Microwave ovens do not use LCD technology for their operation.
*E: Digital thermometers

Feedback: Correct! Digital thermometers commonly use LCDs for their displays.

Question 59 - multiple choice, shuffle, medium

Question category: Module: E-ink, Electrowetting, & Plasma Displays

Learning objective: Understand the basics of electrowetting, e-ink, and plasma displays.

Which of the following is a primary application of electrowetting?

*A: Adjusting the focal length of liquid lenses

Feedback: Correct! Electrowetting is widely used to adjust the focal length of liquid lenses due to its
ability to manipulate liquid interfaces.

B: Generating electricity from mechanical vibrations

Feedback: Incorrect. Electrowetting is not used for generating electricity from mechanical vibrations.
Try reviewing the applications of electrowetting.

C: Enhancing the thermal conductivity of materials

Feedback: Incorrect. Electrowetting is not related to enhancing thermal conductivity. Focus on the
applications related to liquid behavior.

D: Controlling the brightness of OLED displays

Feedback: Incorrect. While OLED displays are related to electronic display devices, electrowetting is not
used to control their brightness.