A semiconductor X is made by doping a germanium crystal with arsenic (Z = 33). A second semiconductor Y is made by doping germanium with indium (Z = 49). The two are joined end to end and connected to a battery as shown. Which of the following statements is correct
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(a) X is P-type, Y is N-type and the junction is forward biased |
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(b) X is N-type, Y is P-type and the junction is forward biased |
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(c) X is P-type, Y is N-type and the junction is reverse biased |
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(d) X is N-type, Y is P-type and the junction is reverse biased |