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If the forward voltage in a diode is increased, the width of the depletion region

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Decreases

C
Fluctuates

D
No change

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On increasing the forward bias voltage, the barrier energy decreases. This results in the flow of majority charge carriers. Hence, width of depletion region decreases.
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If the forward voltage in a diode is increased, the width of the depletion region
Updated OnApr 7, 2023
TopicSemiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits
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