A transistor has two p-n junctions. The batteries should be connected such that

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both junctions are forward biased

both junctions are reverse biased

one junction is forward biased and the other is reverse biased

None of the above

Correct Answer : Option (C) : one junction is forward biased and the other is reverse biased

Explanation : Emitter-base junction is forward biased and base collector junction is reverse biased.

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angle of incidence of radiation

surface conditions of the surface

intensity of the incident radiation

wavelength of the incident radiation

Correct Answer : wavelength of the incident radiation

For radiating ultraviolet rays, LEDs use

gallium arsenide

zinc sulphide

gallium phosphide

None of the above

Correct Answer : zinc sulphide

For an P-N-P transistor in normal operation its junction are biased as

emitter base : reverse, collector base : reverse

emitter base : reverse, collector base : forward

emitter base : forward, collector base : forward

emitter base : forward, collector base : reverse

Correct Answer : emitter base : forward, collector base : reverse