In the forward biasing, the resistance offered by a p-n junction diode
Correct answer: A. is low
- A. is low
- B. is zero
- C. is high
- D. varies
Explanation
In forward biasing, a p-n junction diode experiences a reduction in resistance due to the application of an external voltage that allows current to flow easily through it. This is because the external voltage decreases the width of the depletion region, enabling charge carriers to move more freely across the junction. Option A is correct as it accurately states that the resistance is low in this state. Option B is incorrect because resistance does not drop to zero; there is always some resistance present. Option C is incorrect as it contradicts the principle of forward biasing, where the resistance is indeed low, not high. Option D is misleading because, while resistance can vary in different situations, in the context of forward biasing, it remains consistently low, not fluctuating.
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