Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Hardware (Section 22 - No. 38)

In the context of flash memory, what is the purpose of the floating gate?
To store the charge representing a bit's value.
To control the flow of electrons.
To act as an insulator.
To connect to the control gate.

Explanation

The floating gate traps electrons, thereby retaining the charge that indicates a bit's value. It is designed to hold the charge.

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