In a reverse biased p-n junction diode, the p-type semiconductor is connected to _________ terminal of the cell and n-type to the _________ terminal of the cell.
A
positive, positive
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B
negative, negative
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C
positive, Negative
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D
negative, positive
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Solution
The correct option is D negative, positive In revers biased condition the n-type and p-type part is connected to the +ve and −ve battery terminals respectively as shown in figure.