JEE Mains · Physics · STD 12 - Semicondutor electronics
- JEE Mains 2022
- Medium
- MCQ
The photodiode is used to detect the optiocal signals. These diodes are preferably operated in reverse biased mode because.
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Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(D) fractional change in minority carriers produce higher reverse bias current
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Very small change in minority charge carriers produces high value of reverse bias current.
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