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The increase in the width of the depletion region in a p-n junction diode is due to :

a
reverse bias only
b
both forward bias and reverse bias
c
increase in forward current
d
forward bias only

detailed solution

Correct option is A

In reverse bias the no of unmoved ions increases across the junction. Hence the internally developed electric field which essentially opposes the external field, increases.

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