When a p-n diode is reverse biased, then

No current flows

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The depletion region is increased

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The depletion region is reduced

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The height of the potential barrier is reduced

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Solution

The correct option is B
The depletion region is increased

When a p-n junction is reverse biased, its depletion region is wide.

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