The reverse biasing in a $P N$ junction diode

Decrease the potential barrier

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Increase the potential barrier

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Increase the number of minority charge carriers

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Increase the number of majority charge carriers

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Solution

The correct option is C Increase the potential barrier
In reverse biasing, width of depletion layer increases.

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