When a p-n junction is reverse biased - Electronic Devices and Circuits

Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) : Electronic Devices and Circuits - Quiz(MCQ)

When a p-n junction is reverse biased

holes and electrons move towards the junction

holes and electrons move away from the junction

holes move towards junction and electrons move away from junction

holes move away from junction and electrons move towards junction

Correct Answer : Option (B) : holes and electrons move away from the junction

Explanation : Holes and electrons move away from junction and therefore resistance increases to a high value.

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