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When the two types of semiconductors are joined together, diffusion of electrons and holes from their side of excess takes place and continues for a while after which a depletion layer is formed close to the junction on either side which stops any further diffusion of these carriers. A potential difference appears to have set up at the junction.
You are given a p-n diode connected to a potential difference such that the p-side is connected to -5 V and the n-side is connected to -3V. What can you say about this?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The n-side is connected to a higher potential than p-side. Thus the junction is reversed biased.