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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

If a p-n junction is forward biased, then what is the direction of diffusion and drift current across the junction?

  1. A Diffusion - from n to p side, Drift-from p to n side
  2. B Diffusion - from p to n side, Drift -from n to p side
  3. C Diffusion - from n to p side, Drift -from n to p side
  4. D Diffusion - from p to n side, Drift-from p to n side
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(B) Diffusion - from p to n side, Drift -from n to p side

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In a p-n junction, diffusion current is caused by majority carriers moving from areas of high concentration to low concentration (p to n). Drift current is driven by the internal electric field, which pushes minority carriers in the opposite direction (n to p). B) Diffusion -…
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