Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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- Semiconductors and Semiconductor Devices
Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Semiconductors and Semiconductor Devices
The potential barrier existing across an unbiased p - n junction is...
The potential barrier existing across an unbiased - junction is . What minimum kinetic energy must a hole have to diffuse from the -side to the -side if the junction is reverse-biased at ?
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- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
B.
Step-by-step solution
The potential barrier of the unbiased - junction is .
When the junction is reverse-biased with a voltage , the effective potential barrier increases.
The new potential barrier is given by .
To diffuse from the -side to the -side, a hole (with charge ) must overcome this potential barrier.
The minimum kinetic energy required is .
When the junction is reverse-biased with a voltage , the effective potential barrier increases.
The new potential barrier is given by .
To diffuse from the -side to the -side, a hole (with charge ) must overcome this potential barrier.
The minimum kinetic energy required is .