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Q. 14.5   When a forward bias is applied to a p-n junction, it

                 (a) raises the potential barrier

                 (b) reduces the majority carrier current to zero.

                (c) lowers the potential barrier.

                (d) none of the above.

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When a p-n junction is forward biased, the negative voltage repels the electron toward junction and give them the energy to cross the junction and combine with the hole which is also being pushed by a positive voltage. This leads to a reduction in the depletion layer which means a reduction in potential barrier across the junction.

    Hence correct  option would be (c)

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Pankaj Sanodiya

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