Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Semiconductors and Electronic Devices

Question:

Read the passage and answer the question.

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.

What is this potential difference called?

Options:

barrier height

barrier potential

both 1 and 2

none.

Correct Answer:

both 1 and 2

Explanation:

The potential difference is called Potential barrier or barrier height.