Which is incorrect statement regarding reverse saturation current in p-n junction diode?
A
Current is due to minority carriers
B
Current doubles for every 
rise in temperature
rise in temperature
C
Current carriers arc produced by thermal agitation
D
Reverse saturation current is also known as leakage current
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Reverse saturation current is due to minority charge carriers. When temperature rises by 
, the semiconductor loses the property of controlled conduction due to the breaking of many covalent bonds.
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