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Question
When a forward bias is applied to a p-n junction, it ______.
Options
raises the potential barrier.
reduces the majority carrier current to zero.
lowers the potential barrier.
None of the above.
Solution
When a forward bias is applied to a p-n junction, it lowers the potential barrier.
Explanation:
When a forward bias is applied to a p-n junction, it lowers the value of potential barrier. In the case of a forward bias, the potential barrier opposes the applied voltage. Hence, the potential barrier across the junction gets reduced.
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