When we apply reverse bias to a junction diode it :

lowers the potential barrier only

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raises the potential barrier and increases minority carrier current

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increases the majority carrier current

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lowers potential barriers and increases the minority carrier current

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The correct option is B
raises the potential barrier and increases minority carrier current

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When a forward bias is applied to a p-n junction, it

(a) raises the potential barrier.

(b) reduces the majority carrier current to zero.

(d) None of the above.

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