MHT CET · Physics · Semiconductors
A semiconductor device \(X\) is connected in series with a battery and a resistor. The current of 10 mA is found to pass through the circuit. If the terminals of X are connected in reverse manner, the current drops to almost zero. \(X\) may be
- A a zener diode
- B a p-n junction diode
- C an intrinsic semiconductor
- D an extrinsic semiconductor
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(B) a p-n junction diode
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
In a p-n junction diode, a very small, nearly zero current flows through the junction when it is reverse biased.
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