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In a p-n junction diode not connected to any circuit

a)

The potential is the same everywhere

b)

The p-type side has a higher potential than the -type side

c)

There is an electric field at the junction directed from the -type side to -type side

d)

There is an electric field at the junction directed from the -type side to -type side



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In a p-n junction diode not connected to any circuit

a)

The potential is the same everywhere

b)

The p-type side has a higher potential than the -type side

c)

There is an electric field at the junction directed from the -type side to -type side

d)

There is an electric field at the junction directed from the -type side to -type side

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Answer Key / Explanation : (c) -

(c)

At junction a potential barrier/depletion layer is formed with -side at higher potential and -side at lower potential. Therefore, there is an electric field at the junction directed from the -side to -side.

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