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When a p-n junction diode is subjected to reverse biasing :

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When a p-n junction diode is subjected to reverse biasing :

a

the barrier height decreases and the depletion region widens.

b

the barrier height increases and the depletion region widens.

c

the barrier height decreases and the depletion region shrinks.

d

the barrier height increases and the depletion region shrinks.

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