AP EAMCET2008PhysicsSemiconductors
Which of the following statements is not correct when a junction diode is in forward bias?
Options
- AThe width of depletion region decreases.
- BFree electrons on n -side will move towards the junction.
- CHoles on p-side move towards the junction.
- DElectron on n -side and holes on p -side will move away from junction.
Correct answer
D. Electron on n -side and holes on p -side will move away from junction.
Step-by-step solution
In forward biasing both electrons and protons move towards the junction and hence the width of depletion region decreases.