When a P N junction diode is reverse biased - Vidyadip

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When a $P N$ junction diode is reverse biased

A
Electrons and holes are attracted towards each other and move towards the depletion region
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Electrons and holes move away from the junction depletion region
C
Height of the potential barrier decreases
D
No change in the current takes place

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Answer

Correct option: B.

Electrons and holes move away from the junction depletion region

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