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Physics Experimental Skills Characteristic Curves of a P-N Junction Diode in Forward and Reverse Bias MCQ (Single Correct)

What will be the resistance measured by an ohmmeter, if a p-n diode is reverse biased?

A
Zero
B
Low
C
High
D
Infinite

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C

When a p-n diode is reverse biased, it offers high resistance. Forward biasing of p-n junction diode offers low resistance. In the case of an ideal p-n junction, resistance is zero. So, the ohmmeter can measure zero resistance.

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