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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

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When a diode is forward biased, the depletion region...
Options
A becomes narrower
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B becomes wider
C remains constant
D vanishes
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In forward bias, the applied voltage reduces the barrier potential, causing the depletion region to become narrower.

Hint

What happens to the depletion region in forward bias?

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