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Mechanism of Formation of P-N Junction

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If a p-n junction diode is reverse biased, then the resistance measure by an ohm-meter will be

A

zero

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low

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C

high

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D

infinite

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Solution

The correct option is C high
A p-n junction diode conducts negligible (not zero) current under reverse biased mode,

Hence there's high resistance is offered under reverse bias mode.

Option $C$ is correct.

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