NEET2026Physics-Semiconductors

NEET 2026 Physics p-n Junction Diode Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Two statements are given below:

A. When the forward bias voltage across a p-n junction diode increases above a certain threshold voltage, the diode current increases significantly.

B. This current is called reverse saturation current.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A

Both Statements A and B are true

B

Statement A is true, but Statement B is false

C

Both Statements A and B are false

D

Statement A is false, but Statement B is true

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

In a forward-biased p-n junction diode, the current increases significantly beyond the threshold voltage. However, reverse saturation current refers to the small current that flows in the reverse bias condition, not in forward bias.

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