Physics JAMB

The current in a reverse-biased junction is due to?

A. minority carriers
B. electrons
C. majority carriers
D. holes

Correct Answer:

Option A – minority carriers

Explanation

The current in reverse-biased junction diode is due to minority carriers, that is, the negative charges in the p-semi-conductor, and the positive charges in the n-semi-conductor.

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