A given p-n junction is forward biased. Which of the following statements is correct? |
The electrons move from p-region to n-region. The height of potential barrier is increased. The height of potential barrier is decreased. The width of depletion region increases. |
The height of potential barrier is decreased. |
The correct answer is Option (3) → The height of potential barrier is decreased. In forward bias of a p–n junction: • Electrons move from n-region to p-region (not p to n). • The height of potential barrier is reduced because the applied voltage opposes the junction potential. • The width of depletion region decreases. Answer: The height of potential barrier is decreased. |