Semiconducting Devices Question 207
Question: In forward bias, the width of potential barrier in a P-N junction diode
[EAMCET (Engg.) 1995; CBSE PMT 1999 RPMT 1997, 2002, 03]
Options:
A) Increases
B) Decreases
C) Remains constant
D) First increases then decreases
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
In forward biasing width of depletion layer decreases.
