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If the forward voltage in a diode is increased, the width of the depletion region

a)

Increases

b)

Decreases

c)

Fluctuates

d)

No change



Question ID - 151964 | SaraNextGen Top Answer

If the forward voltage in a diode is increased, the width of the depletion region

a)

Increases

b)

Decreases

c)

Fluctuates

d)

No change

1 Answer
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Answer Key / Explanation : (b) -

(b)

On increasing the forward bias voltage, the barrier energy decreases. This results in the flow of majority charge carriers. Hence, width of depletion region decreases.

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