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AP EAMCET · PHYSICS · Semiconductors

Which of the following statements is not correct when a junction diode is in forward bias?

  1. A The width of depletion region decreases.
  2. B Free electrons on \(n\)-side will move towards the junction.
  3. C Holes on p-side move towards the junction.
  4. D Electron on \(n\)-side and holes on \(p\)-side will move away from junction.
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(D) Electron on \(n\)-side and holes on \(p\)-side will move away from junction.

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In forward biasing both electrons and protons move towards the junction and hence the width of depletion region decreases.