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Reverse bias applied to a junction diode
PhysicsSemiconductorsJEE Main
Options:
  • A lowers of the potential barrier
  • B raises the potential barrier
  • C increases the majority carrier current
  • D increases the minority carrier current
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The correct answer is: raises the potential barrier
Reverse bias increases the potential barrier

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