COMEDK · Physics · 30. Semiconductors
Two diodes of silicon and germanium are connected in series as shown below. The current flowing through the circuit will be around
- A 0
- B 3 A
- C 4 A
- D 3.5 A
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(B) 3 A
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We know that, barrier potential of \(\mathrm{Ge}, V_{B_1}=0.3 \mathrm{~V}\) and barrier potential of \(\mathrm{Si}, V_{B_2}=0.7 \mathrm{~V}\) Redrawing the given figure as Applying KVL, we get…
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