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Semiconductor Electronics : Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits

Consider the junction diode as ideal. The value of current flowing through AB is :

1. 0 A
1. 10^–2 A
1. 10^–1 A
1. 10^–3 A

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Since diode is in forward bias, so the value of current flowing through AB
i = ΔV = 4 - (- 6) = 10 = 10^-2A
R 1 × 10³ 10³

Correct Option: B

Since diode is in forward bias, so the value of current flowing through AB
i = ΔV = 4 - (- 6) = 10 = 10^-2A
R 1 × 10³ 10³

Which one of the following represents forward bias diode ?

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In forward bias, V₁ > V₂ i.e., in figure (d) p-type semiconductor is at higher potential w.r.t. n-type semiconductor.

Correct Option: D

In forward bias, V₁ > V₂ i.e., in figure (d) p-type semiconductor is at higher potential w.r.t. n-type semiconductor.