NEET · Physics · STD 12 - 14. Semicondutor electronics
Consider the following statements \(\mathrm{A}\) and \(\mathrm{B}\) and identify the correct answer: \(A\). For a solar-cell, the \(I-V\) characteristics lies in the \(IV\) quadrant of the given graph. \(B\). In a reverse biased \(p n\) junction diode, the current measured in \((\mu \mathrm{A})\), is due to majority charge carriers.

- A \(A\) is incorrect but \(B\) is correct
- B Both \(A\) and \(B\) are correct
- C Both \(A\) and \(B\) are incorrect
- D \(A\) is correct but \(B\) is incorrect
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(D) \(A\) is correct but \(B\) is incorrect
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Solar cell characteristics

\(B\): In reverse biased \(p n\) junction diode, the current measured in \((\mu A)\), is due to minority charge carrier.

\(B\): In reverse biased \(p n\) junction diode, the current measured in \((\mu A)\), is due to minority charge carrier.
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