Question

Pick out the incorrect statement regarding reverse saturation current in the p-n junction diode.

• A. This current doubles for every ${100}^{o}C$ rise of temperature.
• B. This current is due to minority carriers.
• C. The current carriers are produced by thermal agitation.
• D. Reverse saturation current is also known as leakage current.

Answer 1

The correct option is A This current doubles for every ${100}^{o}C$ rise of temperature.

Reverse saturation current in the p-n junction diode does not increases beyond certain limit.