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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question
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Which is true about depletion layer in p-n junction?
Options
A formed by diffusion of electrons from n-type to p-type and holes from p-type to n-type.
Correct Answer
B filled with charge carriers.
C its dimension is constant.
D formed by diffusion of electrons from p-type to n-type and holes from n-type to p-type.
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The layer forms when carriers diffuse across the junction and recombine, creating a region without free carriers

Hint

The region is named because it is 'depleted' of mobile charge carriers.

Question Info

Course: PHY 102
Topic: Last Minute Prep
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1680 of 1819
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