Which of the following is NOT true when a reverse bias is applied to a p-n junction ?
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Which of the following is NOT true when a reverse bias is applied to a p-n junction ?
- Electrons flow from the p to the n side.
- Holes flow from the p to the n side.
- the electric field in the depletion zone increases
- The potential difference across the depletion zone increases
Answer
(B) Holes flow from the p to the n side.
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