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
Within a p - n junction,
Within a - junction,
Options
- Aholes and conduction electrons continuously recombine throughout the material
- Bholes and conduction electrons continuously recombine throughout the material except in the depletion region
- Cnew holes and conduction electrons are generated continuously throughout the material except in the depletion region
- Dnew holes and conduction electrons are generated continuously throughout the material
Correct answer
D. new holes and conduction electrons are generated continuously throughout the material
Step-by-step solution
In a - junction, thermal energy continuously generates electron-hole pairs throughout the entire material, including the depletion region.
Simultaneously, the conduction electrons and holes continuously recombine throughout the entire material to maintain thermal equilibrium.
Thus, both generation and recombination of charge carriers occur continuously everywhere in the - junction.
Simultaneously, the conduction electrons and holes continuously recombine throughout the entire material to maintain thermal equilibrium.
Thus, both generation and recombination of charge carriers occur continuously everywhere in the - junction.