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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Semiconductors and Electronic Devices

Question:

During forward bias in a p-n junction :

Options:

Width of the depletion layer increases and resistance increases

Width of the depletion layer decreases and resistance decreases

Width of the depletion layer increases and resistance decreases

Width of the depletion layer decreases and resistance increases

Correct Answer:

Width of the depletion layer decreases and resistance decreases

Explanation:

Under forward biasing the applied potential difference causes a field which acts opposite to the potential barrier. This results in reducing the potential barrier , and hence the width of depletion layer decreases.

Also in Forward Biasing resistance at the P-N junction decreases.