Which of the following statement is wrong regarding a 
junction diode?
A
When the p-type section is connected to the positive terminal and the 
- type section to the negative terminal of the battery, the diode is called forward biased.
- type section to the negative terminal of the battery, the diode is called forward biased.
B
When the 
type section is connected to the positive terminal and the 
type section to the negative terminal of the battery the diode is said to be reverse biased.
type section is connected to the positive terminal and the type section to the negative terminal of the battery the diode is said to be reverse biased.
C
The p-n junction conducts in forward biased mode
D
The p-n junction has high resistance in reverse biased mode
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
When the p type section is connected to the positive terminal and the 
type section to the negative terminal of the battery the diode is said to be reverse biased.
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