In reverse biasing of a PN junction diode.

Decrease of the potential barrier

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Increase of the potential barrier

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Increase of the number of minority change carriers

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The correct option is D Increase of the potential barrier
Reverse Biasing of $P - N$ Junction :-
$\to$ The above configuration is called as Reverse Biasing of $P - N$ Junction.
The N-side is connected to the positive terminal of the battery and p-side is connected to the negative terminal of the battery which leads to Increase in the Potential Barrier across the $P - N$ Junction.

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